Job 12:5

He that is ready to slip. The verse reads literally, “For disaster, contempt to the thoughts of one at ease. It is set up for those who slip with their feet.” Slightly paraphrased the verse may read, “The thoughts of one at ease show contempt toward disaster. It [contempt] is prepared [or ready] for those whose feet slip.” The thought is reasonably clear. Job calls attention to the human weakness that causes men to overwhelm the unfortunate with contempt and to give to the tottering another push. Those who retain the translation “lamp,” which is possible, see the idea that when a torch is blazing it is regarded as of value; but when nearly extinguished it is regarded as worthless and cast away. So when a man is prosperous he is looked to as a guide and example; but in adversity his counsel is rejected, and he is looked upon with contempt.