What is the meaning of Job 31:15? Did not He who made me in the womb Job 31:15a: “Did not He who made me in the womb…” • Job reminds his listeners that every human begins with the direct, purposeful handiwork of God (Psalm 139:13–16; Isaiah 44:2). • By saying “made,” Job affirms that his existence is not an accident of nature but an intentional act of the Creator (Genesis 1:27). • This truth lays the foundation for the sanctity of life: if God forms each person, every life is sacred from conception onward (Jeremiah 1:5). • It also reinforces humility; recognizing God as our Maker keeps pride in check (Isaiah 45:9). also make them? Job 31:15b: “…also make them?” • “Them” refers to Job’s servants, the lowest in social rank. Job places himself on equal footing with them before God (Proverbs 22:2). • Equality is grounded not in social status but in shared origin—God Himself (Acts 17:26; Malachi 2:10). • This outlook guards against exploiting or mistreating others; injustice toward fellow image-bearers is ultimately an offense against their Maker (Proverbs 14:31). • Job’s argument upholds impartiality—he cannot claim special privilege when the same God created both master and servant (James 2:1). Did not the same One form us in the womb? Job 31:15c: “Did not the same One form us in the womb?” • “Same One” highlights God’s unchanging character; He applies equal care and value to every person (Numbers 23:19; Hebrews 13:8). • “Form” echoes Genesis 2:7, portraying God as a craftsman shaping life with intention. • The shared experience of being “formed” unites humanity in mutual responsibility, calling us to compassion and justice (Micah 6:8). • Job’s rhetorical question underscores accountability: since God formed us all, we answer to Him for how we treat one another (Colossians 3:24–25). summary Job’s threefold question drives home a single conviction: the Creator intentionally forms every human life, granting each person equal dignity and worth. Recognizing that the same God shaped us all destroys pride, forbids exploitation, and compels justice and compassion toward every neighbor. |
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