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What does Job 34:14 mean?

"If he set his heart on himself, If he gathered to himself his spirit and his breath,"

— Job 34:14 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

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For the work of a man he will render to him, and cause every man to find according to his ways.

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Yes surely, God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert justice.

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Who put him in charge of the earth? or who has appointed him over the whole world?

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If he set his heart on himself, If he gathered to himself his spirit and his breath,

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all flesh would perish together, and man would turn again to dust.

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“If now you have understanding, hear this. Listen to the voice of my words.

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Shall even one who hates justice govern? Will you condemn him who is righteous and mighty?—

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