He spares his soul from the Pit and his life from perishing by the sword.
He does not expect to escape from darkness; he is destined for the sword.
in order to turn a man from his conduct and to cover a person’s pride.
His soul draws near to the Pit and his life to the messengers of death.
then He is gracious to him, and says ‘Deliver him from going down to the Pit— I have found a ransom;’
He redeemed my soul from going down to the Pit, and my life sees the light.’
to bring his soul back from the Pit, that he may be illuminated with the light of life.
But if they do not listen, they will perish by the sword, and die without knowledge.
One does not crowd another. Each one marches on his own highway. They plunge through the weapons, never breaking off.
Or do you belittle the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience—not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?
Bear in mind that the patience of our Lord means salvation—just as our dearly loved brother Paul also wrote to you with the wisdom given to him.
The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some consider slowness. Rather, He is being patient toward you—not wanting anyone to perish, but for all to come to repentance.