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What does Job 1:12 mean?

The Lord said to Satan, 'Alright, everything he owns is in your hands, but don't lay a finger on him.' Then Satan left the Lord's presence. Job 1:12 - Modern Text Bible

(God gives Satan permission to test Job by taking away his possessions, but forbids him from harming Job himself.)