Job 21

Commentary

Job 21 is a chapter that speaks to the issue of why the wicked seem to prosper and the righteous suffer. Job's friend, Zophar, has just finished speaking and Job responds to his words. Job begins by questioning why the wicked seem to have such an easy life, while the righteous suffer. He points out that the wicked often have long lives, many children, and great wealth. He also notes that the wicked often die peacefully, without ever experiencing the suffering that the righteous endure. Job then goes on to ask why God allows the wicked to prosper and the righteous to suffer. He questions why God does not punish the wicked for their sins and why the righteous are not rewarded for their faithfulness. He also wonders why the wicked are not punished in this life, but instead seem to be rewarded. Job then concludes by asking why God does not intervene and bring justice to the world. He wonders why God allows the wicked to prosper and the righteous to suffer. He also questions why God does not punish the wicked and reward the righteous. Overall, Job 21 is a powerful chapter that speaks to the issue of why the wicked seem to prosper and the righteous suffer. Job's questions are still relevant today and his words are a reminder that God is ultimately in control and will bring justice in His own time.