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What does Job 1:21 mean?

He said, 'I came into this world with nothing, and I'll leave with nothing. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; may the Lord's name be honored.' Job 1:21 - Modern Text Bible

(Job acknowledges God's sovereignty over everything he has, expressing trust and humility despite his loss.)