ignominy
noun
In Jewish tradition
Proverbs links wickedness with shame, and Job feels himself filled with shame in his suffering.
Interpretation. Tradition reads Proverbs as teaching that evil brings disgrace in the end. Job's words show how heavy suffering can feel even for one who believes he is innocent.
Meaning
Public shame and disgrace. tree →
Examples
- When the wicked cometh, there cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach. (Writings PRO.18.3, JPS 1917) tree →
- If I be wicked, woe unto me; and if I be righteous, yet shall I not lift up my head — being filled with ignominy and looking upon mine affliction. (Writings JOB.10.15, JPS 1917) tree →
Note
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