There is no faithfulness or loyalty and no knowledge of God in the land. Swearing, lying and murder, and stealing and adultery break out, bloodshed follows bloodshed. Wisdom involves discernment and reflection on the riddles of life. It is essentially about life experience and maturity, both social and spiritual. Justice seekers have an impact for good in their community.
Justice is never a private internal piety but is always public and positive.
Job is an archetype of a justice seeker. I delivered the poor who cried and the orphan who had no helper. I was eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame. Health is a mixture of natural forces, personal responsibility and social care for wisdom writers. The OT themes of sedeq and shalom find rich and dynamic expression in the life and ministry of Jesus.