The Biblical Illustrator - Job 27:8
Job 27:8For what is the hope of the hypocrite?The character and hope of the hypocriteI. The character of the hypocrite. By a hypocrite we understand not a self-deceiver, but a deceiver of others. To himself his real character is known, as it is also to God, the Judge of all; but it is hid from his fellow men, who are deceived by his plausible profession and fair speeches. The word implies that, like an ancient stage player, he acts under a mask, and personates a character which does not... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Job 27:3-6
Job 27:3-6Till I die I will not remove mine integrity from me.Moral courageIt is the aim of all men to secure happiness. As to the course they think best adapted to secure this they differ most widely, and as to what constitutes real happiness the most different opinions are entertained, yet the desire for that which each considers to be happiness is universal. Physical courage is common enough all over the world, but moral courage is a rare phenomenon. Before the fear of being thought foolish,... read more