For when only a few years are past I will go the way of no return.
Job's condition was very deplorable; but had he nothing to support him, nothing to comfort him? Yes, and he here tells us what it was. I. He had the testimony of his conscience for him that he had walked uprightly, and had never allowed himself in any gross sin.
Commenting on Job 16:17-22
few--literally, "years of number," that is, few, opposed to numberless (Gen 34:30). Next: Job Chapter 17
Job 16:18-22 18 Oh earth, cover thou not my blood, And let my cry find no resting-place!! - 19 Even now behold in heaven is my Witness, And One who acknowledgeth me is in the heights! 20 Though the mockers of me are my friends - To Eloah mine eyes pour forth tears, 21 That He may decide for man against Eloah, And for the...
Commenting on Job 16:18-22