Job 6:5

Job 6:5

3 For then it would be heavier than the sand of the sea—
Therefore my words have been rash.

4 ^aFor the arrows of the Almighty are within me;
My spirit drinks in their poison;
^bThe terrors of God are arrayed ^cagainst me.

5 Does the ^awild donkey bray when it has grass,
Or does the ox low over its fodder?

6 Can flavorless food be eaten without salt?
Or is there any taste in the white of an egg?

7 My soul refuses to touch them;
They are as loathsome food to me.

Commentaries:

Adam Clarke

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Doth the wild ass - pere , translated onager , by the Vulgate, from the of the Septuagint, which we properly enough, translate wild ass. It is the same with the tame ass; only in a wild state it grows to a larger size, is stronger, and more fleet. The meaning of Job appears to be this: You condemn me for complaining; do I complain without a cause? The wild ass will not bray, and the ox will not low, unless in want. If they have plenty of provender, they are silent. Were I at rest, at ease, and happy, I would not complain.

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