Job 35 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible explores the concept of divine justice and human righteousness. Elihu, one of Job's friends, continues his response to Job's lamentations. He addresses Job, emphasizing that God's greatness and sovereignty are far beyond human comprehension.
Elihu asserts that when humans sin or act wickedly, it does not affect God in any way. Conversely, when they do good, it does not add anything to God's glory. He argues that God's justice is impartial and that He punishes or rewards people based on their actions.
Elihu further contends that Job's complaints about the apparent lack of justice are misguided. He claims that God's judgments may not be immediately visible to humans but are ultimately fair and just. According to Elihu, if Job seeks divine intervention or cries out for help, he must approach God with a humble and repentant heart.
Throughout his speech, Elihu emphasizes the greatness of God and the limitations of human understanding. He encourages Job to trust in God's righteousness and not to question His ways. Elihu's words set the stage for the subsequent chapters where God Himself will speak to Job and provide answers to his questions.