en_tn_lite_do_not_use/job/01/09.md

Connecting Statement:

Satan's response to God's question in verse 8 runs through Job 8:11.

Is it for no reason that Job fears God?

Satan uses a rhetorical question to introduce his claim that Job only serves God because God blesses him. Alternate translation: "Job has a very good reason for fearing God." or "Does Job not live better because he fears God?" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-rquestion)

for no reason

The word "reason" here implies some form of gain, whether physical goods or happiness.

Job fears God

"Job honors God." See how you translated similar words in Job 1:1.

God

God is referring to himself in third person. See how you translated this in verse 8. Alternate translation: "me" or "me, God" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-123person)