On the Hebrew text. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition, as represented by standard diplomatic editions in their main wording; distinctively copyrighted critical apparatus is not reproduced. Versification follows the MT.

The Book of Job (MT) — Interlinear Summary

A consolidated companion to the Masoretic-Text Job data set: each chapter rendered as a six-tier Hebrew reverse-interlinear (Hebrew · gloss · parsing · syntax · semantic force · lexical note), with per-verse discourse analysis and a chapter argument-outline.

This document gathers, for each annotated chapter, the theme, the argument outline, and the textual / exegetical note (the text_note of each file, with the shared critical-text preface removed since it is stated once above). The righteous sufferer, contested wisdom, and the LORD's answer from the whirlwind. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition (Westminster Leningrad Codex / OSHB); distinctively copyrighted apparatus is not reproduced, and Hebrew (MT) versification is used throughout.

Scope. 42 chapters · 1,070 verses · 8,399 annotated words.

Job

Job 1 — איוב 1

Outline.

• A. 1:1–5 — The exemplary man of Uz. Exposition: a fairy-tale opening (inverted word order, non-Israelite setting) introduces Job's four-fold blamelessness, his sevens-and-threes household and wealth, and his scrupulous preemptive piety — establishing both the perfection the wager will test and, in the euphemistic 'bless' of v. 5, the chapter's key word.
• B. 1:6–12 — The heavenly council: the wager. Scene shift to heaven: among the sons of God the satan — a title, not yet a name — answers YHWH's boast about Job with the book's central question ('does Job fear God for nothing?') and proposes the test; YHWH grants power over all Job has but draws one line around his person.
• C. 1:13–19 — The four blows: the messenger relay. Scene shift back to earth: four disasters in alternation (Sabeans, fire of God, Chaldeans, the great wind) strip away livestock, servants, and finally all ten children, each report interlocked by the interruption formula and sealed by the identical refrain 'and I alone have escaped to tell you' — a relentless, mechanized cascade of loss.
• D. 1:20–22 — Job's worship and the narrator's verdict. Resolution of the first test: Job performs the full mourning ritual yet ends in worship, and his poem-like confession blesses the name of YHWH — the key verb now in its true sense, precisely where cursing was predicted; the narrator's closing verdict ('Job did not sin, nor give unseemliness to God') answers the wager while leaving the dialogues room to probe further.

Textual note. The MT of Job 1 is prose and textually stable — the Leningrad Codex (here via WLC/OSHB) presents no major cruxes, in sharp contrast to the notoriously difficult poetry that follows. Three small Ketiv-Qere pairs occur: v. 4 'their sisters', v. 10 'you', and v. 21 'I came out' — all routine defective spellings corrected by the Qere and preserved in this layout as separate ketiv/qere word entries. The chapter's most famous scribal feature is the euphemistic use of בֵּרַךְ 'bless' where 'curse' is meant (vv. 5, 11; again 2:5, 9): scribes would not write a verb of cursing with God as its object, so the antonym stands in the text and the reader supplies the intended sense — a reverential substitution most scholars judge to have been made in composition or early transmission (it does not appear in the official tiqqune sopherim lists). Verse 21 then uses בֵּרַךְ in its true positive sense, resolving the wordplay. Note also the anomalous 2fs suffix לָךְ 'to you' in the fourfold messenger refrain (vv. 15-19), best taken as an archaic or dialectal 2ms form rather than a change of addressee. The LXX of Job runs about one-sixth shorter than the MT overall, but ch. 1 corresponds closely; its one notable plus expands Job's confession in v. 21 ('as it seemed good to the Lord, so it came to pass').

Job 2 — איוב 2

Theme. Job 2 (13 verses in the MT) opens: Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before YHWH, and Satan came also among them to present himself before YHWH. The middle of the chapter continues: So went Satan forth from the presence of YHWH, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to his crown. It closes: So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, and none spake a word to him: for they saw that grief was very great.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves be. Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before YHWH, and Satan came also among them to present himself before YHWH. And YHWH said to Satan, From whence comest you? And Satan answered YHWH, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. And YHWH said to Satan, Hast you considered my servant.
• II. 5–8 — But put forth your hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he wi. But put forth your hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse you to your face. And YHWH said to Satan, Behold, he in your hand; but save his life. So went Satan forth from the presence of YHWH, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to his crown. And he took him a potsherd to scrape himself withal; and he sat down among.
• III. 9–12 — Then said his wife to him, Dost you still retain your integrity? curse G. Then said his wife to him, Dost you still retain your integrity? curse God, and die. But he said to her, You speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips. Now when Job's three friends heard of all this evil that was come upon him, they.
• IV. 13 — So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, a. So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, and none spake a word to him: for they saw that grief was very great.

Textual note. Job 2 comprises 13 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves be. Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before YHWH, and Satan came also among them to present himself before YHWH. And YHWH said to Satan, From whence comest you? And Satan answered YHWH, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. And YHWH said to Satan, Hast you considered my servant. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — But put forth your hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he wi. But put forth your hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse you to your face. And YHWH said to Satan, Behold, he in your hand; but save his life. So went Satan forth from the presence of YHWH, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to his crown. And he took him a potsherd to scrape himself withal; and he sat down among. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — Then said his wife to him, Dost you still retain your integrity? curse G. Then said his wife to him, Dost you still retain your integrity? curse God, and die. But he said to her, You speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips. Now when Job's three friends heard of all this evil that was come upon him, they. Movement IV (vv. 13) — So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, a. So they sat down with him upon the ground seven days and seven nights, and none spake a word to him: for they saw that grief was very great. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 3 — איוב 3

Theme. Job 3 (26 verses in the MT) opens: After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. The middle of the chapter continues: With kings and counsellors of the earth, which built desolate places for themselves; It closes: I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. And Job spake, and said, Let the day perish wherein I was born, and the night it was said, There is a man child conceived. Let that day be darkness; let not God regard it from above, neither let the light shine upon it. Let darkness and the shadow of death stain it; let a cloud dwell upon it; let the.
• II. 7–12 — Lo, let that night be solitary, let no joyful voice come therein. Lo, let that night be solitary, let no joyful voice come therein. Let them curse it that curse the day, who are ready to raise up their mourning. Let the stars of the twilight thereof be dark; let it look for light, but none; neither let it see the dawning of the day: Because it shut not up the doors of my womb, nor hid sorrow from mine eyes. Why died I not.
• III. 13–18 — For now should I have lain still and been quiet, I should have slept: th. For now should I have lain still and been quiet, I should have slept: then had I been at rest, With kings and counsellors of the earth, which built desolate places for themselves; Or with princes that had gold, who filled their houses with silver: Or as an hidden untimely birth I had not been; as infants never saw light. There the wicked cease troubling;.
• IV. 19–24 — The small and great are there; and the servant free from his master. The small and great are there; and the servant free from his master. Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery, and life to the bitter soul; Which long for death, but it not; and dig for it more than for hid treasures; Which rejoice exceedingly, are glad, when they can find the grave? to a man whose way is hid, and whom God has hedged in? For my.
• V. 25–26 — For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I w. For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come to me. I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.

Textual note. Job 3 comprises 26 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day. And Job spake, and said, Let the day perish wherein I was born, and the night it was said, There is a man child conceived. Let that day be darkness; let not God regard it from above, neither let the light shine upon it. Let darkness and the shadow of death stain it; let a cloud dwell upon it; let the. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Lo, let that night be solitary, let no joyful voice come therein. Lo, let that night be solitary, let no joyful voice come therein. Let them curse it that curse the day, who are ready to raise up their mourning. Let the stars of the twilight thereof be dark; let it look for light, but none; neither let it see the dawning of the day: Because it shut not up the doors of my womb, nor hid sorrow from mine eyes. Why died I not. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — For now should I have lain still and been quiet, I should have slept: th. For now should I have lain still and been quiet, I should have slept: then had I been at rest, With kings and counsellors of the earth, which built desolate places for themselves; Or with princes that had gold, who filled their houses with silver: Or as an hidden untimely birth I had not been; as infants never saw light. There the wicked cease troubling;. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The small and great are there; and the servant free from his master. The small and great are there; and the servant free from his master. Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery, and life to the bitter soul; Which long for death, but it not; and dig for it more than for hid treasures; Which rejoice exceedingly, are glad, when they can find the grave? to a man whose way is hid, and whom God has hedged in? For my. Movement V (vv. 25-26) — For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I w. For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come to me. I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 4 — איוב 4

Theme. Job 4 (21 verses in the MT) opens: Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's whelps are scattered abroad. It closes: Doth not their excellency in them go away? they die, even without wisdom.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said. Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, we assay to commune with you, will you be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking? Behold, you have instructed many, and you have strengthened the weak hands. Your words have upholden him that was falling, and you have strengthened the feeble knees. But now it is come upon you, and you faintest; it.
• II. 6–10 — not your fear, your confidence, your hope, and the uprightness of your w. not your fear, your confidence, your hope, and the uprightness of your ways? Remember, I pray you, who perished, being innocent? or where were the righteous cut off? Even as I have seen, they that plow iniquity, and sow wickedness, reap the same. By the blast of God they perish, and by the breath of his nostrils are they consumed. The roaring of the lion,.
• III. 11–15 — The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's whelps are. The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's whelps are scattered abroad. Now a thing was secretly brought to me, and mine ear received a little thereof. In thoughts from the visions of the night, when deep sleep falleth on men, Fear came upon me, and trembling, which made all my bones to shake. Then a spirit passed before my face; the hair.
• IV. 16–20 — It stood still, but I could not discern the form thereof: an image befor. It stood still, but I could not discern the form thereof: an image before mine eyes, silence, and I heard a voice, , Shall mortal man be more just than God? shall a man be more pure than his maker? Behold, he put no trust in his servants; and his angels he charged with folly: How much less them that dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation in the dust, are.
• V. 21 — Doth not their excellency in them go away? they die, even without wisdom. Doth not their excellency in them go away? they die, even without wisdom.

Textual note. Job 4 comprises 21 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said. Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, we assay to commune with you, will you be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking? Behold, you have instructed many, and you have strengthened the weak hands. Your words have upholden him that was falling, and you have strengthened the feeble knees. But now it is come upon you, and you faintest; it. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — not your fear, your confidence, your hope, and the uprightness of your w. not your fear, your confidence, your hope, and the uprightness of your ways? Remember, I pray you, who perished, being innocent? or where were the righteous cut off? Even as I have seen, they that plow iniquity, and sow wickedness, reap the same. By the blast of God they perish, and by the breath of his nostrils are they consumed. The roaring of the lion,. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's whelps are. The old lion perisheth for lack of prey, and the stout lion's whelps are scattered abroad. Now a thing was secretly brought to me, and mine ear received a little thereof. In thoughts from the visions of the night, when deep sleep falleth on men, Fear came upon me, and trembling, which made all my bones to shake. Then a spirit passed before my face; the hair. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — It stood still, but I could not discern the form thereof: an image befor. It stood still, but I could not discern the form thereof: an image before mine eyes, silence, and I heard a voice, , Shall mortal man be more just than God? shall a man be more pure than his maker? Behold, he put no trust in his servants; and his angels he charged with folly: How much less them that dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation in the dust, are. Movement V (vv. 21) — Doth not their excellency in them go away? they die, even without wisdom. Doth not their excellency in them go away? they die, even without wisdom. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 5 — איוב 5

Theme. Job 5 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Call now, if there be any that will answer you; and to which of the saints will you turn? The middle of the chapter continues: They meet with darkness in the daytime, and grope in the noonday as in the night. It closes: Lo this, we have searched it, so it ; hear it, and know you for your good.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Call now, if there be any that will answer you; and to which of the sain. Call now, if there be any that will answer you; and to which of the saints will you turn? For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one. I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation. His children are far from safety, and they are crushed in the gate, neither any to deliver . Whose harvest the hungry eateth.
• II. 7–12 — Yet man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upward. Yet man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upward. I would seek to God, and to God would I commit my cause: Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number: Who giveth rain upon the earth, and sendeth waters upon the fields: To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety. He disappointeth.
• III. 13–18 — He taketh the wise in their own craftiness: and the counsel of the frowa. He taketh the wise in their own craftiness: and the counsel of the froward is carried headlong. They meet with darkness in the daytime, and grope in the noonday as in the night. But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. So the poor has hope, and iniquity stoppeth her mouth. Behold, happy the man whom God.
• IV. 19–24 — He shall deliver you in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil. He shall deliver you in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil touch you. In famine he shall redeem you from death: and in war from the power of the sword. You shall be hid from the scourge of the tongue: neither shall you be afraid of destruction when it cometh. At destruction and famine you shall laugh: neither shall you be afraid of the beasts.
• V. 25–27 — You shall know also that your seed great, and your offspring as the gras. You shall know also that your seed great, and your offspring as the grass of the earth. You shall come to grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. Lo this, we have searched it, so it ; hear it, and know you for your good.

Textual note. Job 5 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Call now, if there be any that will answer you; and to which of the sain. Call now, if there be any that will answer you; and to which of the saints will you turn? For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one. I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation. His children are far from safety, and they are crushed in the gate, neither any to deliver . Whose harvest the hungry eateth. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Yet man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upward. Yet man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upward. I would seek to God, and to God would I commit my cause: Which doeth great things and unsearchable; marvellous things without number: Who giveth rain upon the earth, and sendeth waters upon the fields: To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety. He disappointeth. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — He taketh the wise in their own craftiness: and the counsel of the frowa. He taketh the wise in their own craftiness: and the counsel of the froward is carried headlong. They meet with darkness in the daytime, and grope in the noonday as in the night. But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. So the poor has hope, and iniquity stoppeth her mouth. Behold, happy the man whom God. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — He shall deliver you in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil. He shall deliver you in six troubles: yea, in seven there shall no evil touch you. In famine he shall redeem you from death: and in war from the power of the sword. You shall be hid from the scourge of the tongue: neither shall you be afraid of destruction when it cometh. At destruction and famine you shall laugh: neither shall you be afraid of the beasts. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — You shall know also that your seed great, and your offspring as the gras. You shall know also that your seed great, and your offspring as the grass of the earth. You shall come to grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. Lo this, we have searched it, so it ; hear it, and know you for your good. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 6 — איוב 6

Theme. Job 6 (30 verses in the MT) opens: But Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Which are blackish by reason of the ice, wherein the snow is hid: It closes: Is there iniquity in my tongue? cannot my taste discern perverse things?

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, Oh that my grief were throughly weighed, and my calamity laid in the balances together! For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea: therefore my words are swallowed up. For the arrows of the Almighty within me, the poison whereof drinketh up my spirit: the terrors of God do set themselves in array against me. Doth the.
• II. 7–12 — The things my soul refused to touch as my sorrowful meat. The things my soul refused to touch as my sorrowful meat. Oh that I might have my request; and that God would grant the thing that I long for! Even that it would please God to destroy me; that he would let loose his hand, and cut me off! Then should I yet have comfort; yea, I would harden myself in sorrow: let him not spare; for I have not concealed the.
• III. 13–18 — not my help in me? and is wisdom driven quite from me?. not my help in me? and is wisdom driven quite from me? To him that is afflicted pity from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty. My brethren have dealt deceitfully as a brook, as the stream of brooks they pass away; Which are blackish by reason of the ice, wherein the snow is hid: What time they wax warm, they vanish: when it is hot, they.
• IV. 19–24 — The troops of Tema looked, the companies of Sheba waited for them. The troops of Tema looked, the companies of Sheba waited for them. They were confounded because they had hoped; they came thither, and were ashamed. For now you are nothing; you see casting down, and are afraid. Did I say, Bring to me? or, Give a reward for me of your substance? Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the.
• V. 25–30 — How forcible are right words! but what does your arguing reprove?. How forcible are right words! but what does your arguing reprove? Do you imagine to reprove words, and the speeches of one that is desperate, as wind? Yea, you overwhelm the fatherless, and you dig for your friend. Now therefore be content, look upon me; for evident to you if I lie. Return, I pray you, let it not be iniquity; yea, return again, my.

Textual note. Job 6 comprises 30 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, Oh that my grief were throughly weighed, and my calamity laid in the balances together! For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea: therefore my words are swallowed up. For the arrows of the Almighty within me, the poison whereof drinketh up my spirit: the terrors of God do set themselves in array against me. Doth the. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — The things my soul refused to touch as my sorrowful meat. The things my soul refused to touch as my sorrowful meat. Oh that I might have my request; and that God would grant the thing that I long for! Even that it would please God to destroy me; that he would let loose his hand, and cut me off! Then should I yet have comfort; yea, I would harden myself in sorrow: let him not spare; for I have not concealed the. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — not my help in me? and is wisdom driven quite from me?. not my help in me? and is wisdom driven quite from me? To him that is afflicted pity from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty. My brethren have dealt deceitfully as a brook, as the stream of brooks they pass away; Which are blackish by reason of the ice, wherein the snow is hid: What time they wax warm, they vanish: when it is hot, they. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The troops of Tema looked, the companies of Sheba waited for them. The troops of Tema looked, the companies of Sheba waited for them. They were confounded because they had hoped; they came thither, and were ashamed. For now you are nothing; you see casting down, and are afraid. Did I say, Bring to me? or, Give a reward for me of your substance? Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the. Movement V (vv. 25-30) — How forcible are right words! but what does your arguing reprove?. How forcible are right words! but what does your arguing reprove? Do you imagine to reprove words, and the speeches of one that is desperate, as wind? Yea, you overwhelm the fatherless, and you dig for your friend. Now therefore be content, look upon me; for evident to you if I lie. Return, I pray you, let it not be iniquity; yea, return again, my. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 7 — איוב 7

Theme. Job 7 (21 verses in the MT) opens: not an appointed time to man upon earth? his days also like the days of an hireling? The middle of the chapter continues: Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. It closes: And why dost you not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquity? for now shall I sleep in the dust; and you shall seek me in the morning, but I not .

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — not an appointed time to man upon earth? his days also like the days of. not an appointed time to man upon earth? his days also like the days of an hireling? As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for his work: So am I made to possess months of vanity, and wearisome nights are appointed to me. When I lie down, I say, When shall I arise, and the night be gone? and I am full of tossings to and fro.
• II. 6–10 — My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. O remember that my life wind: mine eye shall no more see good. The eye of him that has seen me shall see me no : your eyes upon me, and I not. the cloud is consumed and vanisheth away: so he that goeth down to the grave shall come up no . He shall return no more to his house, neither.
• III. 11–15 — Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my. Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. I a sea, or a whale, that you settest a watch over me? When I say, My bed shall comfort me, my couch shall ease my complaint; Then you scarest me with dreams, and terrifiest me through visions: So that my soul chooseth strangling,.
• IV. 16–20 — I loathe ; I would not live alway: let me alone; for my days vanity. I loathe ; I would not live alway: let me alone; for my days vanity. What man, that you shouldest magnify him? and that you shouldest set your heart upon him? And you shouldest visit him every morning, try him every moment? How long will you not depart from me, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle? I have sinned; what shall I do to you, O you.
• V. 21 — And why dost you not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquit. And why dost you not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquity? for now shall I sleep in the dust; and you shall seek me in the morning, but I not .

Textual note. Job 7 comprises 21 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — not an appointed time to man upon earth? his days also like the days of. not an appointed time to man upon earth? his days also like the days of an hireling? As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for his work: So am I made to possess months of vanity, and wearisome nights are appointed to me. When I lie down, I say, When shall I arise, and the night be gone? and I am full of tossings to and fro. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. O remember that my life wind: mine eye shall no more see good. The eye of him that has seen me shall see me no : your eyes upon me, and I not. the cloud is consumed and vanisheth away: so he that goeth down to the grave shall come up no . He shall return no more to his house, neither. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my. Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. I a sea, or a whale, that you settest a watch over me? When I say, My bed shall comfort me, my couch shall ease my complaint; Then you scarest me with dreams, and terrifiest me through visions: So that my soul chooseth strangling,. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — I loathe ; I would not live alway: let me alone; for my days vanity. I loathe ; I would not live alway: let me alone; for my days vanity. What man, that you shouldest magnify him? and that you shouldest set your heart upon him? And you shouldest visit him every morning, try him every moment? How long will you not depart from me, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle? I have sinned; what shall I do to you, O you. Movement V (vv. 21) — And why dost you not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquit. And why dost you not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquity? for now shall I sleep in the dust; and you shall seek me in the morning, but I not . Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 8 — איוב 8

Theme. Job 8 (22 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Whilst it yet in his greenness, not cut down, it withereth before any herb. It closes: They that hate you shall be clothed with shame; and the dwelling place of the wicked shall come to nought.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, How long will you speak these ? and the words of your mouth a strong wind? Doth God pervert judgment? or does the Almighty pervert justice? If your children have sinned against him, and he have cast them away for their transgression; If you wouldest seek to God betimes, and make your supplication to the Almighty;
• II. 6–10 — If you pure and upright; surely now he would awake for you, and make the. If you pure and upright; surely now he would awake for you, and make the habitation of your righteousness prosperous. Though your beginning was small, yet your latter end should greatly increase. For enquire, I pray you, of the former age, and prepare thyself to the search of their fathers: (For we yesterday, and know nothing, because our days upon earth a.
• III. 11–15 — Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water?. Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water? Whilst it yet in his greenness, not cut down, it withereth before any herb. So the paths of all that forget God; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: Whose hope shall be cut off, and whose trust a spider's web. He shall lean upon his house, but it shall not stand: he shall hold it fast,.
• IV. 16–20 — He green before the sun, and his branch shooteth forth in his garden. He green before the sun, and his branch shooteth forth in his garden. His roots are wrapped about the heap, seeth the place of stones. If he destroy him from his place, then shall deny him, , I have not seen you. Behold, this the joy of his way, and out of the earth shall others grow. Behold, God will not cast away a perfect , neither will he help the evil.
• V. 21–22 — Till he fill your mouth with laughing, and your lips with rejoicing. Till he fill your mouth with laughing, and your lips with rejoicing. They that hate you shall be clothed with shame; and the dwelling place of the wicked shall come to nought.

Textual note. Job 8 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, How long will you speak these ? and the words of your mouth a strong wind? Doth God pervert judgment? or does the Almighty pervert justice? If your children have sinned against him, and he have cast them away for their transgression; If you wouldest seek to God betimes, and make your supplication to the Almighty; Movement II (vv. 6-10) — If you pure and upright; surely now he would awake for you, and make the. If you pure and upright; surely now he would awake for you, and make the habitation of your righteousness prosperous. Though your beginning was small, yet your latter end should greatly increase. For enquire, I pray you, of the former age, and prepare thyself to the search of their fathers: (For we yesterday, and know nothing, because our days upon earth a. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water?. Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water? Whilst it yet in his greenness, not cut down, it withereth before any herb. So the paths of all that forget God; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: Whose hope shall be cut off, and whose trust a spider's web. He shall lean upon his house, but it shall not stand: he shall hold it fast,. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — He green before the sun, and his branch shooteth forth in his garden. He green before the sun, and his branch shooteth forth in his garden. His roots are wrapped about the heap, seeth the place of stones. If he destroy him from his place, then shall deny him, , I have not seen you. Behold, this the joy of his way, and out of the earth shall others grow. Behold, God will not cast away a perfect , neither will he help the evil. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — Till he fill your mouth with laughing, and your lips with rejoicing. Till he fill your mouth with laughing, and your lips with rejoicing. They that hate you shall be clothed with shame; and the dwelling place of the wicked shall come to nought. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 9 — איוב 9

Theme. Job 9 (35 verses in the MT) opens: Then Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness. It closes: would I speak, and not fear him; but not so with me.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, I know so of a truth: but how should man be just with God? If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who has hardened against him, and has prospered? Which removeth the mountains, and they know not: which overturneth them in his anger. Which shaketh the earth out.
• II. 8–14 — Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of th. Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of the sea. Which maketh Arcturus, Orion, and Pleiades, and the chambers of the south. Which doeth great things past finding out; yea, and wonders without number. Lo, he goeth by me, and I see not: he passeth on also, but I perceive him not. Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him? who.
• III. 15–21 — Whom, though I were righteous, would I not answer, I would make supplica. Whom, though I were righteous, would I not answer, I would make supplication to my judge. If I had called, and he had answered me; would I not believe that he had hearkened to my voice. For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause. He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness. If of strength, lo,.
• IV. 22–28 — This one , therefore I said , He destroyeth the perfect and the wicked. This one , therefore I said , He destroyeth the perfect and the wicked. If the scourge slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent. The earth is given into the hand of the wicked: he covereth the faces of the judges thereof; if not, where, who he? Now my days are swifter than a post: they flee away, they see no good. They are passed away as.
• V. 29–35 — I be wicked, why then labour I in vain?. I be wicked, why then labour I in vain? If I wash myself with snow water, and make my hands never so clean; Yet shall you plunge me in the ditch, and mine own clothes shall abhor me. For not a man, as I I should answer him, we should come together in judgment. Neither is there any daysman betwixt us, might lay his hand upon us both. Let him take his rod.

Textual note. Job 9 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, I know so of a truth: but how should man be just with God? If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand. wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who has hardened against him, and has prospered? Which removeth the mountains, and they know not: which overturneth them in his anger. Which shaketh the earth out. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of th. Which alone spreadeth out the heavens, and treadeth upon the waves of the sea. Which maketh Arcturus, Orion, and Pleiades, and the chambers of the south. Which doeth great things past finding out; yea, and wonders without number. Lo, he goeth by me, and I see not: he passeth on also, but I perceive him not. Behold, he taketh away, who can hinder him? who. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Whom, though I were righteous, would I not answer, I would make supplica. Whom, though I were righteous, would I not answer, I would make supplication to my judge. If I had called, and he had answered me; would I not believe that he had hearkened to my voice. For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause. He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness. If of strength, lo,. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — This one , therefore I said , He destroyeth the perfect and the wicked. This one , therefore I said , He destroyeth the perfect and the wicked. If the scourge slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent. The earth is given into the hand of the wicked: he covereth the faces of the judges thereof; if not, where, who he? Now my days are swifter than a post: they flee away, they see no good. They are passed away as. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — I be wicked, why then labour I in vain?. I be wicked, why then labour I in vain? If I wash myself with snow water, and make my hands never so clean; Yet shall you plunge me in the ditch, and mine own clothes shall abhor me. For not a man, as I I should answer him, we should come together in judgment. Neither is there any daysman betwixt us, might lay his hand upon us both. Let him take his rod. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 10 — איוב 10

Theme. Job 10 (22 verses in the MT) opens: My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. The middle of the chapter continues: You have granted me life and favour, and your visitation has preserved my spirit. It closes: A land of darkness, as darkness of the shadow of death, without any order, and the light as darkness.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I wi. My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. I will say to God, Do not condemn me; shew me wherefore you contendest with me. good to you that you shouldest oppress, that you shouldest despise the work of your hands, and shine upon the counsel of the wicked? Hast you eyes of flesh? or seest.
• II. 6–10 — That you enquirest after mine iniquity, and searchest after my sin?. That you enquirest after mine iniquity, and searchest after my sin? You knowest that I am not wicked; and none that can deliver out of your hand. Your hands have made me and fashioned me together round about; yet you dost destroy me. Remember, I beseech you, that you have made me as the clay; and will you bring me into dust again? Hast you not poured me out.
• III. 11–15 — You have clothed me with skin and flesh, and have fenced me with bones a. You have clothed me with skin and flesh, and have fenced me with bones and sinews. You have granted me life and favour, and your visitation has preserved my spirit. And these have you hid in your heart: I know that this with you. If I sin, then you markest me, and you will not acquit me from mine iniquity. If I be wicked, woe to me; and I be righteous, will.
• IV. 16–20 — For it increaseth. For it increaseth. You huntest me as a fierce lion: and again you shewest thyself marvellous upon me. You renewest your witnesses against me, and increasest your indignation upon me; changes and war against me. Wherefore then have you brought me forth out of the womb? Oh that I had given up the ghost, and no eye had seen me! I should have been as though I.
• V. 21–22 — Before I go I shall not return, to the land of darkness and the shadow o. Before I go I shall not return, to the land of darkness and the shadow of death; A land of darkness, as darkness of the shadow of death, without any order, and the light as darkness.

Textual note. Job 10 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I wi. My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. I will say to God, Do not condemn me; shew me wherefore you contendest with me. good to you that you shouldest oppress, that you shouldest despise the work of your hands, and shine upon the counsel of the wicked? Hast you eyes of flesh? or seest. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — That you enquirest after mine iniquity, and searchest after my sin?. That you enquirest after mine iniquity, and searchest after my sin? You knowest that I am not wicked; and none that can deliver out of your hand. Your hands have made me and fashioned me together round about; yet you dost destroy me. Remember, I beseech you, that you have made me as the clay; and will you bring me into dust again? Hast you not poured me out. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — You have clothed me with skin and flesh, and have fenced me with bones a. You have clothed me with skin and flesh, and have fenced me with bones and sinews. You have granted me life and favour, and your visitation has preserved my spirit. And these have you hid in your heart: I know that this with you. If I sin, then you markest me, and you will not acquit me from mine iniquity. If I be wicked, woe to me; and I be righteous, will. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — For it increaseth. For it increaseth. You huntest me as a fierce lion: and again you shewest thyself marvellous upon me. You renewest your witnesses against me, and increasest your indignation upon me; changes and war against me. Wherefore then have you brought me forth out of the womb? Oh that I had given up the ghost, and no eye had seen me! I should have been as though I. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — Before I go I shall not return, to the land of darkness and the shadow o. Before I go I shall not return, to the land of darkness and the shadow of death; A land of darkness, as darkness of the shadow of death, without any order, and the light as darkness. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 11 — איוב 11

Theme. Job 11 (20 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider ? It closes: But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope the giving up of the ghost.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said. Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, Should not the multitude of words be answered? and should a man full of talk be justified? Should your lies make men hold their peace? and when you mockest, shall no man make you ashamed? For you have said, My doctrine pure, and I am clean in your eyes.
• II. 5–8 — But oh that God would speak, and open his lips against you;. But oh that God would speak, and open his lips against you; And that he would shew you the secrets of wisdom, that double to that which is! Know therefore that God exacteth of you than your iniquity . Canst you by searching find out God? canst you find out the Almighty to perfection? as high as heaven; what canst you do? deeper than hell; what canst you.
• III. 9–12 — The measure thereof longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. The measure thereof longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him? For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider ? For vain man would be wise, though man be born a wild ass's colt.
• IV. 13–16 — If you prepare your heart, and stretch out your hands toward him;. If you prepare your heart, and stretch out your hands toward him; If iniquity in your hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in your tabernacles. For then shall you lift up your face without spot; yea, you shall be stedfast, and shall not fear: Because you shall forget misery, remember as waters pass away:
• V. 17–20 — And age shall be clearer than the noonday; you shall shine forth, you sh. And age shall be clearer than the noonday; you shall shine forth, you shall be as the morning. And you shall be secure, because there is hope; yea, you shall dig you shall take your rest in safety. Also you shall lie down, and none shall make afraid; yea, many shall make suit to you. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and.

Textual note. Job 11 comprises 20 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said. Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, Should not the multitude of words be answered? and should a man full of talk be justified? Should your lies make men hold their peace? and when you mockest, shall no man make you ashamed? For you have said, My doctrine pure, and I am clean in your eyes. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — But oh that God would speak, and open his lips against you;. But oh that God would speak, and open his lips against you; And that he would shew you the secrets of wisdom, that double to that which is! Know therefore that God exacteth of you than your iniquity . Canst you by searching find out God? canst you find out the Almighty to perfection? as high as heaven; what canst you do? deeper than hell; what canst you. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — The measure thereof longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. The measure thereof longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him? For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider ? For vain man would be wise, though man be born a wild ass's colt. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — If you prepare your heart, and stretch out your hands toward him;. If you prepare your heart, and stretch out your hands toward him; If iniquity in your hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in your tabernacles. For then shall you lift up your face without spot; yea, you shall be stedfast, and shall not fear: Because you shall forget misery, remember as waters pass away: Movement V (vv. 17-20) — And age shall be clearer than the noonday; you shall shine forth, you sh. And age shall be clearer than the noonday; you shall shine forth, you shall be as the morning. And you shall be secure, because there is hope; yea, you shall dig you shall take your rest in safety. Also you shall lie down, and none shall make afraid; yea, many shall make suit to you. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 12 — איוב 12

Theme. Job 12 (25 verses in the MT) opens: And Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: With him wisdom and strength, he has counsel and understanding. It closes: They grope in the dark without light, and he maketh them to stagger like drunken .

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — And Job answered and said. And Job answered and said, No doubt but you the people, and wisdom shall die with you. But I have understanding as well as you; I not inferior to you: yea, who knoweth not such things as these? I am one mocked of his neighbour, who calleth upon God, and he answereth him: the just upright laughed to scorn. He that is ready to slip with feet a lamp despised.
• II. 6–10 — The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure. The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure; into whose hand God bringeth . But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach you; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell you: Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach you: and the fishes of the sea shall declare to you. Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of YHWH has.
• III. 11–15 — Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat?. Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat? With the ancient wisdom; and in length of days understanding. With him wisdom and strength, he has counsel and understanding. Behold, he breaketh down, and it cannot be built again: he shutteth up a man, and there can be no opening. Behold, he withholdeth the waters, and they dry up: also he sendeth.
• IV. 16–20 — With him strength and wisdom: the deceived and the deceiver his. With him strength and wisdom: the deceived and the deceiver his. He leadeth counsellors away spoiled, and maketh the judges fools. He looseth the bond of kings, and girdeth their loins with a girdle. He leadeth princes away spoiled, and overthroweth the mighty. He removeth away the speech of the trusty, and taketh away the understanding of the aged.
• V. 21–25 — He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the migh. He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the mighty. He discovereth deep things out of darkness, and bringeth out to light the shadow of death. He increaseth the nations, and destroyeth them: he enlargeth the nations, and straiteneth them . He taketh away the heart of the chief of the people of the earth, and causeth them to wander in.

Textual note. Job 12 comprises 25 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — And Job answered and said. And Job answered and said, No doubt but you the people, and wisdom shall die with you. But I have understanding as well as you; I not inferior to you: yea, who knoweth not such things as these? I am one mocked of his neighbour, who calleth upon God, and he answereth him: the just upright laughed to scorn. He that is ready to slip with feet a lamp despised. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure. The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure; into whose hand God bringeth . But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach you; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell you: Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach you: and the fishes of the sea shall declare to you. Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of YHWH has. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat?. Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat? With the ancient wisdom; and in length of days understanding. With him wisdom and strength, he has counsel and understanding. Behold, he breaketh down, and it cannot be built again: he shutteth up a man, and there can be no opening. Behold, he withholdeth the waters, and they dry up: also he sendeth. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — With him strength and wisdom: the deceived and the deceiver his. With him strength and wisdom: the deceived and the deceiver his. He leadeth counsellors away spoiled, and maketh the judges fools. He looseth the bond of kings, and girdeth their loins with a girdle. He leadeth princes away spoiled, and overthroweth the mighty. He removeth away the speech of the trusty, and taketh away the understanding of the aged. Movement V (vv. 21-25) — He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the migh. He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the mighty. He discovereth deep things out of darkness, and bringeth out to light the shadow of death. He increaseth the nations, and destroyeth them: he enlargeth the nations, and straiteneth them . He taketh away the heart of the chief of the people of the earth, and causeth them to wander in. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 13 — איוב 13

Theme. Job 13 (28 verses in the MT) opens: Lo, mine eye has seen all , mine ear has heard and understood it. The middle of the chapter continues: Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. It closes: And he, as a rotten thing, consumeth, as a garment that is moth eaten.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Lo, mine eye has seen all , mine ear has heard and understood it. Lo, mine eye has seen all , mine ear has heard and understood it. What you know, do I know also: I not inferior to you. Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God. But you forgers of lies, you all physicians of no value. O that you would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom. Hear now my reasoning, and hearken.
• II. 7–12 — Will you speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for him?. Will you speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for him? Will you accept his person? will you contend for God? Is it good that he should search you out? or as one man mocketh another, do you mock him? He will surely reprove you, if you do secretly accept persons. Shall not his excellency make you afraid? and his dread fall upon you? Your remembrances.
• III. 13–18 — Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what. Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what . Wherefore do I take my flesh in my teeth, and put my life in mine hand? Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. He also my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him. Hear diligently my speech, and my declaration with your.
• IV. 19–24 — Who he will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up. Who he will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost. Only do not two to me: then will I not hide myself from you. Withdraw your hand far from me: and let not your dread make me afraid. Then call you, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer you me. How many mine iniquities and sins? make me to know my transgression and.
• V. 25–28 — Wilt you break a leaf driven to and fro? and will you pursue the dry stu. Wilt you break a leaf driven to and fro? and will you pursue the dry stubble? For you writest bitter things against me, and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth. You puttest my feet also in the stocks, and lookest narrowly to all my paths; you settest a print upon the heels of my feet. And he, as a rotten thing, consumeth, as a garment that is.

Textual note. Job 13 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Lo, mine eye has seen all , mine ear has heard and understood it. Lo, mine eye has seen all , mine ear has heard and understood it. What you know, do I know also: I not inferior to you. Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God. But you forgers of lies, you all physicians of no value. O that you would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom. Hear now my reasoning, and hearken. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — Will you speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for him?. Will you speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for him? Will you accept his person? will you contend for God? Is it good that he should search you out? or as one man mocketh another, do you mock him? He will surely reprove you, if you do secretly accept persons. Shall not his excellency make you afraid? and his dread fall upon you? Your remembrances. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what. Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what . Wherefore do I take my flesh in my teeth, and put my life in mine hand? Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. He also my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him. Hear diligently my speech, and my declaration with your. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — Who he will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up. Who he will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost. Only do not two to me: then will I not hide myself from you. Withdraw your hand far from me: and let not your dread make me afraid. Then call you, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer you me. How many mine iniquities and sins? make me to know my transgression and. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — Wilt you break a leaf driven to and fro? and will you pursue the dry stu. Wilt you break a leaf driven to and fro? and will you pursue the dry stubble? For you writest bitter things against me, and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth. You puttest my feet also in the stocks, and lookest narrowly to all my paths; you settest a print upon the heels of my feet. And he, as a rotten thing, consumeth, as a garment that is. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 14 — איוב 14

Theme. Job 14 (22 verses in the MT) opens: Man born of a woman of few days, and full of trouble. The middle of the chapter continues: So man lieth down, and riseth not: till the heavens no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of their sleep. It closes: But his flesh upon him shall have pain, and his soul within him shall mourn.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Man born of a woman of few days, and full of trouble. Man born of a woman of few days, and full of trouble. He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down: he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. And dost you open your eyes upon such an one, and bringest me into judgment with you? Who can bring a clean out of an unclean? not one. Seeing his days determined, the number of his months with you, you have.
• II. 6–10 — Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hirelin. Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day. For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs.
• III. 11–15 — the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth up:. the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth up: So man lieth down, and riseth not: till the heavens no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of their sleep. O that you wouldest hide me in the grave, that you wouldest keep me secret, until your wrath be past, that you wouldest appoint me a set time, and remember me! If a man die,.
• IV. 16–20 — For now you numberest my steps: dost you not watch over my sin?. For now you numberest my steps: dost you not watch over my sin? My transgression sealed up in a bag, and you sewest up mine iniquity. And surely the mountain falling cometh to nought, and the rock is removed out of his place. The waters wear the stones: you washest away the things which grow of the dust of the earth; and you destroyest the hope of man. You.
• V. 21–22 — His sons come to honour, and he knoweth not; and they are brought low, b. His sons come to honour, and he knoweth not; and they are brought low, but he perceiveth not of them. But his flesh upon him shall have pain, and his soul within him shall mourn.

Textual note. Job 14 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Man born of a woman of few days, and full of trouble. Man born of a woman of few days, and full of trouble. He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down: he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. And dost you open your eyes upon such an one, and bringest me into judgment with you? Who can bring a clean out of an unclean? not one. Seeing his days determined, the number of his months with you, you have. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hirelin. Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day. For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth up:. the waters fail from the sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth up: So man lieth down, and riseth not: till the heavens no more, they shall not awake, nor be raised out of their sleep. O that you wouldest hide me in the grave, that you wouldest keep me secret, until your wrath be past, that you wouldest appoint me a set time, and remember me! If a man die,. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — For now you numberest my steps: dost you not watch over my sin?. For now you numberest my steps: dost you not watch over my sin? My transgression sealed up in a bag, and you sewest up mine iniquity. And surely the mountain falling cometh to nought, and the rock is removed out of his place. The waters wear the stones: you washest away the things which grow of the dust of the earth; and you destroyest the hope of man. You. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — His sons come to honour, and he knoweth not; and they are brought low, b. His sons come to honour, and he knoweth not; and they are brought low, but he perceiveth not of them. But his flesh upon him shall have pain, and his soul within him shall mourn. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 15 — איוב 15

Theme. Job 15 (35 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Which wise men have told from their fathers, and have not hid : It closes: They conceive mischief, and bring forth vanity, and their belly prepareth deceit.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said. Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, Should a wise man utter vain knowledge, and fill his belly with the east wind? Should he reason with unprofitable talk? or with speeches wherewith he can do no good? Yea, you castest off fear, and restrainest prayer before God. For your mouth uttereth your iniquity, and you choosest the tongue of the crafty..
• II. 8–14 — Hast you heard the secret of God? and dost you restrain wisdom to thysel. Hast you heard the secret of God? and dost you restrain wisdom to thyself? What knowest you, that we know not? understandest you, which not in us? With us both the grayheaded and very aged men, much elder than your father. the consolations of God small with you? is there any secret thing with you? Why does your heart carry you away? and what do your eyes.
• III. 15–21 — Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heavens are not clea. Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heavens are not clean in his sight. How much more abominable and filthy man, which drinketh iniquity like water? I will shew you, hear me; and that I have seen I will declare; Which wise men have told from their fathers, and have not hid : To whom alone the earth was given, and no stranger passed among.
• IV. 22–28 — He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, and he is waited. He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, and he is waited for of the sword. He wandereth abroad for bread, , Where ? he knoweth that the day of darkness is ready at his hand. Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid; they shall prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle. For he stretcheth out his hand against God, and strengtheneth.
• V. 29–35 — He shall not be rich, neither shall his substance continue, neither shal. He shall not be rich, neither shall his substance continue, neither shall he prolong the perfection thereof upon the earth. He shall not depart out of darkness; the flame shall dry up his branches, and by the breath of his mouth shall he go away. Let not him that is deceived trust in vanity: for vanity shall be his recompence. It shall be accomplished.

Textual note. Job 15 comprises 35 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said. Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, Should a wise man utter vain knowledge, and fill his belly with the east wind? Should he reason with unprofitable talk? or with speeches wherewith he can do no good? Yea, you castest off fear, and restrainest prayer before God. For your mouth uttereth your iniquity, and you choosest the tongue of the crafty.. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Hast you heard the secret of God? and dost you restrain wisdom to thysel. Hast you heard the secret of God? and dost you restrain wisdom to thyself? What knowest you, that we know not? understandest you, which not in us? With us both the grayheaded and very aged men, much elder than your father. the consolations of God small with you? is there any secret thing with you? Why does your heart carry you away? and what do your eyes. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heavens are not clea. Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heavens are not clean in his sight. How much more abominable and filthy man, which drinketh iniquity like water? I will shew you, hear me; and that I have seen I will declare; Which wise men have told from their fathers, and have not hid : To whom alone the earth was given, and no stranger passed among. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, and he is waited. He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, and he is waited for of the sword. He wandereth abroad for bread, , Where ? he knoweth that the day of darkness is ready at his hand. Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid; they shall prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle. For he stretcheth out his hand against God, and strengtheneth. Movement V (vv. 29-35) — He shall not be rich, neither shall his substance continue, neither shal. He shall not be rich, neither shall his substance continue, neither shall he prolong the perfection thereof upon the earth. He shall not depart out of darkness; the flame shall dry up his branches, and by the breath of his mouth shall he go away. Let not him that is deceived trust in vanity: for vanity shall be his recompence. It shall be accomplished. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 16 — איוב 16

Theme. Job 16 (22 verses in the MT) opens: Then Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: I was at ease, but he has broken me asunder: he has also taken by my neck, and shaken me to pieces, and set me up for his mark. It closes: When a few years are come, then I shall go the way I shall not return.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, I have heard many such things: miserable comforters you all. Shall vain words have an end? or what emboldeneth you that you answerest? I also could speak as you : if your soul were in my soul's stead, I could heap up words against you, and shake mine head at you. I would strengthen you with my mouth, and the moving of my lips.
• II. 6–10 — Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and I forbear, what am I eased. Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and I forbear, what am I eased? But now he has made me weary: you have made desolate all my company. And you have filled me with wrinkles, is a witness : and my leanness rising up in me beareth witness to my face. He teareth in his wrath, who hateth me: he gnasheth upon me with his teeth; mine enemy sharpeneth his.
• III. 11–15 — God has delivered me to the ungodly, and turned me over into the hands o. God has delivered me to the ungodly, and turned me over into the hands of the wicked. I was at ease, but he has broken me asunder: he has also taken by my neck, and shaken me to pieces, and set me up for his mark. His archers compass me round about, he cleaveth my reins asunder, and does not spare; he poureth out my gall upon the ground. He breaketh me with.
• IV. 16–20 — My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids the shadow of death;. My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids the shadow of death; Not for injustice in mine hands: also my prayer pure. O earth, cover not you my blood, and let my cry have no place. Also now, behold, my witness in heaven, and my record on high. My friends scorn me: mine eye poureth out to God.
• V. 21–22 — O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man for his neighbour!. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man for his neighbour! When a few years are come, then I shall go the way I shall not return.

Textual note. Job 16 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, I have heard many such things: miserable comforters you all. Shall vain words have an end? or what emboldeneth you that you answerest? I also could speak as you : if your soul were in my soul's stead, I could heap up words against you, and shake mine head at you. I would strengthen you with my mouth, and the moving of my lips. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and I forbear, what am I eased. Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and I forbear, what am I eased? But now he has made me weary: you have made desolate all my company. And you have filled me with wrinkles, is a witness : and my leanness rising up in me beareth witness to my face. He teareth in his wrath, who hateth me: he gnasheth upon me with his teeth; mine enemy sharpeneth his. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — God has delivered me to the ungodly, and turned me over into the hands o. God has delivered me to the ungodly, and turned me over into the hands of the wicked. I was at ease, but he has broken me asunder: he has also taken by my neck, and shaken me to pieces, and set me up for his mark. His archers compass me round about, he cleaveth my reins asunder, and does not spare; he poureth out my gall upon the ground. He breaketh me with. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids the shadow of death;. My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids the shadow of death; Not for injustice in mine hands: also my prayer pure. O earth, cover not you my blood, and let my cry have no place. Also now, behold, my witness in heaven, and my record on high. My friends scorn me: mine eye poureth out to God. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man for his neighbour!. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man for his neighbour! When a few years are come, then I shall go the way I shall not return. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 17 — איוב 17

Theme. Job 17 (16 verses in the MT) opens: My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves for me. The middle of the chapter continues: The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that has clean hands shall be stronger and stronger. It closes: They shall go down to the bars of the pit, when rest together in the dust.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves for me. My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves for me. not mockers with me? and does not mine eye continue in their provocation? Lay down now, put me in a surety with you; who he will strike hands with me? For you have hid their heart from understanding: therefore shall you not exalt .
• II. 5–8 — He that speaketh flattery to friends, even the eyes of his children shal. He that speaketh flattery to friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail. He has made me also a byword of the people; and aforetime I was as a tabret. Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members as a shadow. Upright shall be astonied at this, and the innocent shall stir up himself against the hypocrite.
• III. 9–12 — The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that has clean hands sh. The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that has clean hands shall be stronger and stronger. But as for you all, do you return, and come now: for I cannot find wise among you. My days are past, my purposes are broken off, the thoughts of my heart. They change the night into day: the light short because of darkness.
• IV. 13–16 — If I wait, the grave mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness. If I wait, the grave mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness. I have said to corruption, You my father: to the worm, my mother, and my sister. And where now my hope? as for my hope, who shall see it? They shall go down to the bars of the pit, when rest together in the dust.

Textual note. Job 17 comprises 16 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves for me. My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the graves for me. not mockers with me? and does not mine eye continue in their provocation? Lay down now, put me in a surety with you; who he will strike hands with me? For you have hid their heart from understanding: therefore shall you not exalt . Movement II (vv. 5-8) — He that speaketh flattery to friends, even the eyes of his children shal. He that speaketh flattery to friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail. He has made me also a byword of the people; and aforetime I was as a tabret. Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members as a shadow. Upright shall be astonied at this, and the innocent shall stir up himself against the hypocrite. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that has clean hands sh. The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that has clean hands shall be stronger and stronger. But as for you all, do you return, and come now: for I cannot find wise among you. My days are past, my purposes are broken off, the thoughts of my heart. They change the night into day: the light short because of darkness. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — If I wait, the grave mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness. If I wait, the grave mine house: I have made my bed in the darkness. I have said to corruption, You my father: to the worm, my mother, and my sister. And where now my hope? as for my hope, who shall see it? They shall go down to the bars of the pit, when rest together in the dust. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 18 — איוב 18

Theme. Job 18 (21 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet. It closes: Surely such the dwellings of the wicked, and this the place knoweth not God.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, How long you make an end of words? mark, and afterwards we will speak. Wherefore are we counted as beasts, reputed vile in your sight? He teareth himself in his anger: shall the earth be forsaken for you? and shall the rock be removed out of his place? Yea, the light of the wicked shall be put out, and the spark.
• II. 6–10 — The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put o. The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put out with him. The steps of his strength shall be straitened, and his own counsel shall cast him down. For he is cast into a net by his own feet, and he walketh upon a snare. The gin shall take by the heel, the robber shall prevail against him. The snare laid for him in the ground, and a.
• III. 11–15 — Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his. Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet. His strength shall be hungerbitten, and destruction ready at his side. It shall devour the strength of his skin: the firstborn of death shall devour his strength. His confidence shall be rooted out of his tabernacle, and it shall bring him to the king of terrors. It shall dwell in.
• IV. 16–20 — His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut o. His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut off. His remembrance shall perish from the earth, and he shall have no name in the street. He shall be driven from light into darkness, and chased out of the world. He shall neither have son nor nephew among his people, nor any remaining in his dwellings. They that come after shall be.
• V. 21 — Surely such the dwellings of the wicked, and this the place knoweth not. Surely such the dwellings of the wicked, and this the place knoweth not God.

Textual note. Job 18 comprises 21 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, How long you make an end of words? mark, and afterwards we will speak. Wherefore are we counted as beasts, reputed vile in your sight? He teareth himself in his anger: shall the earth be forsaken for you? and shall the rock be removed out of his place? Yea, the light of the wicked shall be put out, and the spark. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put o. The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put out with him. The steps of his strength shall be straitened, and his own counsel shall cast him down. For he is cast into a net by his own feet, and he walketh upon a snare. The gin shall take by the heel, the robber shall prevail against him. The snare laid for him in the ground, and a. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his. Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet. His strength shall be hungerbitten, and destruction ready at his side. It shall devour the strength of his skin: the firstborn of death shall devour his strength. His confidence shall be rooted out of his tabernacle, and it shall bring him to the king of terrors. It shall dwell in. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut o. His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut off. His remembrance shall perish from the earth, and he shall have no name in the street. He shall be driven from light into darkness, and chased out of the world. He shall neither have son nor nephew among his people, nor any remaining in his dwellings. They that come after shall be. Movement V (vv. 21) — Surely such the dwellings of the wicked, and this the place knoweth not. Surely such the dwellings of the wicked, and this the place knoweth not God. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 19 — איוב 19

Outline.

• A. 19:1–6 — The wounded opening: ten times disgraced, and God has bent me. Job opens by turning the friends' own 'how long' rhetoric back on them, protesting their relentless verbal cruelty ('these ten times'). Even granting a hypothetical fault (v.4), he insists it is his own private affair. He then pivots (v.5-6) to the true cause: not to be argued with the friends but demanded as knowledge - it is God, not Job, who has 'bent' him, deliberately echoing Bildad's own accusatory verb from 8:3.
• B. 19:7–12 — God as assailant: the siege-warfare cascade. A sustained military/hunting metaphor: Job's legal cry of 'Violence!' goes unanswered; his road is walled up and darkened; his glory and crown are stripped; his hope is uprooted like a tree (echoing 14:7); God's anger burns and counts him an enemy; and finally God's troops cast up a siege-ramp and encamp around his tent. The stanza escalates from isolated acts of hostility to a full-scale military campaign against a single, humble dwelling.
• C. 19:13–19 — Total abandonment: the alienation catalogue. A systematic inventory of every human relationship stripped away, moving from the most intimate outward and back: brothers, acquaintances, kinsmen and close friends who forget him; then household guests and maidservants who treat him as a foreigner; his own servant who will not answer him; his wife repulsed by his breath; his own kin loathing him; street children despising him; and, climactically, the friends of his intimate council turning against him.
• D. 19:20 — The body's ruin: escaped by the skin of my teeth. A single, famous verse pivoting from social to physical devastation: Job's bones cling to skin and flesh with nothing between, and he has barely survived - 'by the skin of my teeth,' an idiom whose precise sense (gums? bare margin? corrupted text?) remains genuinely uncertain.
• E. 19:21–22 — The appeal: pity me, for the hand of God has touched me. The emotional center of the chapter: a doubled, urgent imperative begging the friends for basic compassion, grounded not in admitted guilt but in the fact of divine affliction. Job then rebukes them for pursuing him 'like God himself,' insatiably feeding on his suffering rather than showing the mercy their friendship should supply.
• F. 19:23–27 — The monument wish and the Redeemer: the theological summit. Job's wish for a permanent, indestructible record of his words (written, then inscribed in a scroll, then engraved with iron and lead in rock forever) gives way to something greater than any human monument: the confession that his Redeemer (גֹּאֵל) lives and will one day stand upon the dust to vindicate him. The notoriously ambiguous v.26 ('from/without my flesh') and the threefold insistence on seeing 'for myself, and not a stranger's [eyes]' answer the alienation catalogue of vv.13-19, closing in exhausted, aching longing rather than resolved triumph.
• G. 19:28–29 — The warning: fear the sword, for there is a judgment. Job closes by quoting the friends' anticipated self-justifying reasoning - that they have found 'the root of the matter' in him and may righteously keep pursuing him - only to warn that such presumption itself invites the sword of divine judgment, ending on the famously disputed Kethiv/Qere crux word for 'judgment.'

Textual note. The Hebrew base text follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition (WLC/OSHB). Job 19 carries several major textual cruxes that resist a single confessional reading. V.17's וְחַנֹּתִי is lexically puzzling: MT points it from חנן ('plead'), awkward beside זָרָה ('is repulsive'); many posit a rare or corrupted form meaning 'I stink/am loathsome' instead. V.20's 'skin of my teeth' is proverbial precisely because its literal referent (gums? bare margin? corruption?) is obscure, and no solution commands consensus. The summit, vv.25-27, bears the heaviest weight in the book: גֹּאֲלִי ('my Redeemer') draws on the kinsman-redeemer/blood-avenger institution (Lev 25; Num 35); whether the referent is God himself, a distinct heavenly witness (cf. 16:19), or left deliberately open is contested. V.26's מִבְּשָׂרִי is the crux of cruxes - מִן may be privative ('without my flesh,' a vision beyond bodily death) or a vantage sense ('from my flesh,' embodied) - and both readings are grammatically defensible, compounded by disputed syntax in the surrounding זֹאת and נִקְּפוּ. Later Christian and Jewish reception of vv.25-26 as resurrection intimations is real and important, but reads later categories onto a narrower, more forensic Hebrew claim. V.29 closes on the Kethiv/Qere crux שדין/שַׁדּוּן, generally linked to דִּין 'judgment' but of disputed form. Versification follows the MT.

Job 20 — איוב 20

Theme. Job 20 (29 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: He has swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again: God shall cast them out of his belly. It closes: This the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed to him by God.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said. Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, Therefore do my thoughts cause me to answer, and for I make haste. I have heard the check of my reproach, and the spirit of my understanding causeth me to answer. Knowest you this of old, since man was placed upon earth, That the triumphing of the wicked short, and the joy of the hypocrite for a moment? Though.
• II. 7–12 — he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him sha. he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him shall say, Where he? He shall fly away as a dream, and shall not be found: yea, he shall be chased away as a vision of the night. The eye also saw him shall no more; neither shall his place any more behold him. His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their.
• III. 13–18 — he spare it, and forsake it not; but keep it still within his mouth:. he spare it, and forsake it not; but keep it still within his mouth: his meat in his bowels is turned, the gall of asps within him. He has swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again: God shall cast them out of his belly. He shall suck the poison of asps: the viper's tongue shall slay him. He shall not see the rivers, the floods, the brooks of.
• IV. 19–24 — Because he has oppressed has forsaken the poor; he has violently taken a. Because he has oppressed has forsaken the poor; he has violently taken away an house which he builded not; Surely he shall not feel quietness in his belly, he shall not save of that which he desired. There shall none of his meat be left; therefore shall no man look for his goods. In the fulness of his sufficiency he shall be in straits: every hand of the.
• V. 25–29 — It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword comet. It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword cometh out of his gall: terrors upon him. All darkness hid in his secret places: a fire not blown shall consume him; it shall go ill with him that is left in his tabernacle. The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart,.

Textual note. Job 20 comprises 29 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said. Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said, Therefore do my thoughts cause me to answer, and for I make haste. I have heard the check of my reproach, and the spirit of my understanding causeth me to answer. Knowest you this of old, since man was placed upon earth, That the triumphing of the wicked short, and the joy of the hypocrite for a moment? Though. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him sha. he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him shall say, Where he? He shall fly away as a dream, and shall not be found: yea, he shall be chased away as a vision of the night. The eye also saw him shall no more; neither shall his place any more behold him. His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — he spare it, and forsake it not; but keep it still within his mouth:. he spare it, and forsake it not; but keep it still within his mouth: his meat in his bowels is turned, the gall of asps within him. He has swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again: God shall cast them out of his belly. He shall suck the poison of asps: the viper's tongue shall slay him. He shall not see the rivers, the floods, the brooks of. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — Because he has oppressed has forsaken the poor; he has violently taken a. Because he has oppressed has forsaken the poor; he has violently taken away an house which he builded not; Surely he shall not feel quietness in his belly, he shall not save of that which he desired. There shall none of his meat be left; therefore shall no man look for his goods. In the fulness of his sufficiency he shall be in straits: every hand of the. Movement V (vv. 25-29) — It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword comet. It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword cometh out of his gall: terrors upon him. All darkness hid in his secret places: a fire not blown shall consume him; it shall go ill with him that is left in his tabernacle. The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart,. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 21 — איוב 21

Theme. Job 21 (34 verses in the MT) opens: But Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: They are as stubble before the wind, and as chaff that the storm carrieth away. It closes: How then comfort you me in vain, seeing in your answers there remaineth falsehood?

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations. Suffer me that I may speak; and after that I have spoken, mock on. As for me, my complaint to man? and if , why should not my spirit be troubled? Mark me, and be astonished, and lay hand upon mouth. Even when I remember I am afraid, and trembling taketh hold on my.
• II. 8–14 — Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring. Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring before their eyes. Their houses safe from fear, neither the rod of God upon them. Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf. They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance. They take the timbrel and harp, and rejoice at.
• III. 15–21 — What the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we h. What the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we have, if we pray to him? Lo, their good not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me. How oft is the candle of the wicked put out! and cometh their destruction upon them! distributeth sorrows in his anger. They are as stubble before the wind, and as chaff that the storm.
• IV. 22–28 — Shall teach God knowledge? seeing he judgeth those that are high. Shall teach God knowledge? seeing he judgeth those that are high. One dieth in his full strength, being wholly at ease and quiet. His breasts are full of milk, and his bones are moistened with marrow. And another dieth in the bitterness of his soul, and never eateth with pleasure. They shall lie down alike in the dust, and the worms shall cover them..
• V. 29–34 — Have you not asked them that go by the way? and do you not know their to. Have you not asked them that go by the way? and do you not know their tokens, That the wicked is reserved to the day of destruction? they shall be brought forth to the day of wrath. Who shall declare his way to his face? and who shall repay him he has done? Yet shall he be brought to the grave, and shall remain in the tomb. The clods of the valley shall be.

Textual note. Job 21 comprises 34 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations. Suffer me that I may speak; and after that I have spoken, mock on. As for me, my complaint to man? and if , why should not my spirit be troubled? Mark me, and be astonished, and lay hand upon mouth. Even when I remember I am afraid, and trembling taketh hold on my. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring. Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring before their eyes. Their houses safe from fear, neither the rod of God upon them. Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf. They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance. They take the timbrel and harp, and rejoice at. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — What the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we h. What the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we have, if we pray to him? Lo, their good not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me. How oft is the candle of the wicked put out! and cometh their destruction upon them! distributeth sorrows in his anger. They are as stubble before the wind, and as chaff that the storm. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Shall teach God knowledge? seeing he judgeth those that are high. Shall teach God knowledge? seeing he judgeth those that are high. One dieth in his full strength, being wholly at ease and quiet. His breasts are full of milk, and his bones are moistened with marrow. And another dieth in the bitterness of his soul, and never eateth with pleasure. They shall lie down alike in the dust, and the worms shall cover them.. Movement V (vv. 29-34) — Have you not asked them that go by the way? and do you not know their to. Have you not asked them that go by the way? and do you not know their tokens, That the wicked is reserved to the day of destruction? they shall be brought forth to the day of wrath. Who shall declare his way to his face? and who shall repay him he has done? Yet shall he be brought to the grave, and shall remain in the tomb. The clods of the valley shall be. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 22 — איוב 22

Theme. Job 22 (30 verses in the MT) opens: Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Which were cut down out of time, whose foundation was overflown with a flood: It closes: He shall deliver the island of the innocent: and it is delivered by the pureness of your hands.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said. Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, Can a man be profitable to God, as he that is wise may be profitable to himself? any pleasure to the Almighty, that you are righteous? or gain , that you makest your ways perfect? Will he reprove you for fear of you? will he enter with you into judgment? not your wickedness great? and your iniquities infinite?.
• II. 7–12 — You have not given water to the weary to drink, and you have withholden. You have not given water to the weary to drink, and you have withholden bread from the hungry. But the mighty man, he had the earth; and the honourable man dwelt in it. You have sent widows away empty, and the arms of the fatherless have been broken. Therefore snares round about you, and sudden fear troubleth you; Or darkness, you canst not see; and.
• III. 13–18 — And you sayest, How does God know? can he judge through the dark cloud?. And you sayest, How does God know? can he judge through the dark cloud? Thick clouds a covering to him, that he seeth not; and he walketh in the circuit of heaven. Hast you marked the old way which wicked men have trodden? Which were cut down out of time, whose foundation was overflown with a flood: Which said to God, Depart from us: and what can the.
• IV. 19–24 — The righteous see , and are glad: and the innocent laugh them to scorn. The righteous see , and are glad: and the innocent laugh them to scorn. Whereas our substance is not cut down, but the remnant of them the fire consumeth. Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come to you. Receive, I pray you, the law from his mouth, and lay up his words in your heart. If you return to the Almighty, you shall be.
• V. 25–30 — Yea, the Almighty shall be your defence, and you shall have plenty of si. Yea, the Almighty shall be your defence, and you shall have plenty of silver. For then shall you have your delight in the Almighty, and shall lift up your face to God. You shall make your prayer to him, and he shall hear you, and you shall pay your vows. You shall also decree a thing, and it shall be established to you: and the light shall shine upon your.

Textual note. Job 22 comprises 30 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said. Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said, Can a man be profitable to God, as he that is wise may be profitable to himself? any pleasure to the Almighty, that you are righteous? or gain , that you makest your ways perfect? Will he reprove you for fear of you? will he enter with you into judgment? not your wickedness great? and your iniquities infinite?. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — You have not given water to the weary to drink, and you have withholden. You have not given water to the weary to drink, and you have withholden bread from the hungry. But the mighty man, he had the earth; and the honourable man dwelt in it. You have sent widows away empty, and the arms of the fatherless have been broken. Therefore snares round about you, and sudden fear troubleth you; Or darkness, you canst not see; and. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — And you sayest, How does God know? can he judge through the dark cloud?. And you sayest, How does God know? can he judge through the dark cloud? Thick clouds a covering to him, that he seeth not; and he walketh in the circuit of heaven. Hast you marked the old way which wicked men have trodden? Which were cut down out of time, whose foundation was overflown with a flood: Which said to God, Depart from us: and what can the. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The righteous see , and are glad: and the innocent laugh them to scorn. The righteous see , and are glad: and the innocent laugh them to scorn. Whereas our substance is not cut down, but the remnant of them the fire consumeth. Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come to you. Receive, I pray you, the law from his mouth, and lay up his words in your heart. If you return to the Almighty, you shall be. Movement V (vv. 25-30) — Yea, the Almighty shall be your defence, and you shall have plenty of si. Yea, the Almighty shall be your defence, and you shall have plenty of silver. For then shall you have your delight in the Almighty, and shall lift up your face to God. You shall make your prayer to him, and he shall hear you, and you shall pay your vows. You shall also decree a thing, and it shall be established to you: and the light shall shine upon your. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 23 — איוב 23

Theme. Job 23 (17 verses in the MT) opens: Then Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold : he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see : It closes: Because I was not cut off before the darkness, has he covered the darkness from my face.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, Even to day my complaint bitter: my stroke is heavier than my groaning. Oh that I knew where I might find him! I might come to his seat! I would order cause before him, and fill my mouth with arguments.
• II. 5–8 — I would know the words he would answer me, and understand what he would. I would know the words he would answer me, and understand what he would say to me. Will he plead against me with great power? No; but he would put in me. There the righteous might dispute with him; so should I be delivered for ever from my judge. Behold, I go forward, but he not ; and backward, but I cannot perceive him:
• III. 9–12 — On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold : he hideth hi. On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold : he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see : But he knoweth the way that I take: he has tried me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot has held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined. Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his.
• IV. 13–16 — But he in one , and who can turn him? and his soul desireth, even he doe. But he in one , and who can turn him? and his soul desireth, even he doeth. For he performeth appointed for me: and many such with him. Therefore am I troubled at his presence: when I consider, I am afraid of him. For God maketh my heart soft, and the Almighty troubleth me:
• V. 17 — Because I was not cut off before the darkness, has he covered the darkne. Because I was not cut off before the darkness, has he covered the darkness from my face.

Textual note. Job 23 comprises 17 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Then Job answered and said. Then Job answered and said, Even to day my complaint bitter: my stroke is heavier than my groaning. Oh that I knew where I might find him! I might come to his seat! I would order cause before him, and fill my mouth with arguments. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — I would know the words he would answer me, and understand what he would. I would know the words he would answer me, and understand what he would say to me. Will he plead against me with great power? No; but he would put in me. There the righteous might dispute with him; so should I be delivered for ever from my judge. Behold, I go forward, but he not ; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: Movement III (vv. 9-12) — On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold : he hideth hi. On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold : he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see : But he knoweth the way that I take: he has tried me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot has held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined. Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — But he in one , and who can turn him? and his soul desireth, even he doe. But he in one , and who can turn him? and his soul desireth, even he doeth. For he performeth appointed for me: and many such with him. Therefore am I troubled at his presence: when I consider, I am afraid of him. For God maketh my heart soft, and the Almighty troubleth me: Movement V (vv. 17) — Because I was not cut off before the darkness, has he covered the darkne. Because I was not cut off before the darkness, has he covered the darkness from my face. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 24 — איוב 24

Theme. Job 24 (25 verses in the MT) opens: Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not see his days? The middle of the chapter continues: They are of those that rebel against the light; they know not the ways thereof, nor abide in the paths thereof. It closes: And if not now, who will make me a liar, and make my speech nothing worth?

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know hi. Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not see his days? remove the landmarks; they violently take away flocks, and feed . They drive away the ass of the fatherless, they take the widow's ox for a pledge. They turn the needy out of the way: the poor of the earth hide themselves together. Behold, wild asses in the desert,.
• II. 6–10 — They reap his corn in the field: and they gather the vintage of the wick. They reap his corn in the field: and they gather the vintage of the wicked. They cause the naked to lodge without clothing, that no covering in the cold. They are wet with the showers of the mountains, and embrace the rock for want of a shelter. They pluck the fatherless from the breast, and take a pledge of the poor. They cause to go naked without.
• III. 11–15 — make oil within their walls, tread winepresses, and suffer thirst. make oil within their walls, tread winepresses, and suffer thirst. Men groan from out of the city, and the soul of the wounded crieth out: yet God layeth not folly . They are of those that rebel against the light; they know not the ways thereof, nor abide in the paths thereof. The murderer rising with the light killeth the poor and needy, and in the night.
• IV. 16–20 — In the dark they dig through houses, they had marked for themselves in t. In the dark they dig through houses, they had marked for themselves in the daytime: they know not the light. For the morning to them even as the shadow of death: if know the terrors of the shadow of death. He swift as the waters; their portion is cursed in the earth: he beholdeth not the way of the vineyards. Drought and heat consume the snow waters: the.
• V. 21–25 — He evil entreateth the barren beareth not: and doeth not good to the wid. He evil entreateth the barren beareth not: and doeth not good to the widow. He draweth also the mighty with his power: he riseth up, and no is sure of life. it be given him in safety, whereon he resteth; yet his eyes upon their ways. They are exalted for a little while, but are gone and brought low; they are taken out of the way as all , and cut off as the.

Textual note. Job 24 comprises 25 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know hi. Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him not see his days? remove the landmarks; they violently take away flocks, and feed . They drive away the ass of the fatherless, they take the widow's ox for a pledge. They turn the needy out of the way: the poor of the earth hide themselves together. Behold, wild asses in the desert,. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — They reap his corn in the field: and they gather the vintage of the wick. They reap his corn in the field: and they gather the vintage of the wicked. They cause the naked to lodge without clothing, that no covering in the cold. They are wet with the showers of the mountains, and embrace the rock for want of a shelter. They pluck the fatherless from the breast, and take a pledge of the poor. They cause to go naked without. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — make oil within their walls, tread winepresses, and suffer thirst. make oil within their walls, tread winepresses, and suffer thirst. Men groan from out of the city, and the soul of the wounded crieth out: yet God layeth not folly . They are of those that rebel against the light; they know not the ways thereof, nor abide in the paths thereof. The murderer rising with the light killeth the poor and needy, and in the night. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — In the dark they dig through houses, they had marked for themselves in t. In the dark they dig through houses, they had marked for themselves in the daytime: they know not the light. For the morning to them even as the shadow of death: if know the terrors of the shadow of death. He swift as the waters; their portion is cursed in the earth: he beholdeth not the way of the vineyards. Drought and heat consume the snow waters: the. Movement V (vv. 21-25) — He evil entreateth the barren beareth not: and doeth not good to the wid. He evil entreateth the barren beareth not: and doeth not good to the widow. He draweth also the mighty with his power: he riseth up, and no is sure of life. it be given him in safety, whereon he resteth; yet his eyes upon their ways. They are exalted for a little while, but are gone and brought low; they are taken out of the way as all , and cut off as the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 25 — איוב 25

Theme. Job 25 (6 verses in the MT) opens: Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean born of a woman? It closes: How much less man, a worm? and the son of man, a worm?

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, Dominion and fear with him, he maketh peace in his high places. Is there any number of his armies? and upon whom does not his light arise? How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean born of a woman?
• II. 5–6 — Behold even to the moon, and it shineth not; yea, the stars are not pure. Behold even to the moon, and it shineth not; yea, the stars are not pure in his sight. How much less man, a worm? and the son of man, a worm?

Textual note. Job 25 comprises 6 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said. Then answered Bildad the Shuhite, and said, Dominion and fear with him, he maketh peace in his high places. Is there any number of his armies? and upon whom does not his light arise? How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean born of a woman? Movement II (vv. 5-6) — Behold even to the moon, and it shineth not; yea, the stars are not pure. Behold even to the moon, and it shineth not; yea, the stars are not pure in his sight. How much less man, a worm? and the son of man, a worm? Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 26 — איוב 26

Theme. Job 26 (14 verses in the MT) opens: But Job answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them. It closes: Lo, these parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, How have you helped without power? savest you the arm no strength? How have you counselled no wisdom? and have you plentifully declared the thing as it is? To whom have you uttered words? and whose spirit came from you?
• II. 5–8 — Dead are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof. Dead are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof. Hell naked before him, and destruction has no covering. He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, hangeth the earth upon nothing. He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them.
• III. 9–12 — He holdeth back the face of his throne, spreadeth his cloud upon it. He holdeth back the face of his throne, spreadeth his cloud upon it. He has compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof. He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud.
• IV. 13–14 — By his spirit he has garnished the heavens; his hand has formed the croo. By his spirit he has garnished the heavens; his hand has formed the crooked serpent. Lo, these parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?

Textual note. Job 26 comprises 14 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — But Job answered and said. But Job answered and said, How have you helped without power? savest you the arm no strength? How have you counselled no wisdom? and have you plentifully declared the thing as it is? To whom have you uttered words? and whose spirit came from you? Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Dead are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof. Dead are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof. Hell naked before him, and destruction has no covering. He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, hangeth the earth upon nothing. He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — He holdeth back the face of his throne, spreadeth his cloud upon it. He holdeth back the face of his throne, spreadeth his cloud upon it. He has compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof. He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud. Movement IV (vv. 13-14) — By his spirit he has garnished the heavens; his hand has formed the croo. By his spirit he has garnished the heavens; his hand has formed the crooked serpent. Lo, these parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand? Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 27 — איוב 27

Theme. Job 27 (23 verses in the MT) opens: Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Behold, all you yourselves have seen ; why then are you thus altogether vain? It closes: shall clap their hands at him, and shall hiss him out of his place.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Moreover Job continued his parable, and said. Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, God liveth, has taken away my judgment; and the Almighty, has vexed my soul; All the while my breath in me, and the spirit of God in my nostrils; My lips shall not speak wickedness, nor my tongue utter deceit. God forbid that I should justify you: till I die I will not remove mine integrity from me.
• II. 6–10 — My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go: my heart shall not. My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go: my heart shall not reproach so long as I live. Let mine enemy be as the wicked, and he that riseth up against me as the unrighteous. For what the hope of the hypocrite, though he has gained, when God taketh away his soul? Will God hear his cry when trouble cometh upon him? Will he delight himself in the.
• III. 11–15 — I will teach you by the hand of God: which with the Almighty will I not. I will teach you by the hand of God: which with the Almighty will I not conceal. Behold, all you yourselves have seen ; why then are you thus altogether vain? This the portion of a wicked man with God, and the heritage of oppressors, they shall receive of the Almighty. If his children be multiplied, for the sword: and his offspring shall not be satisfied.
• IV. 16–20 — Though he heap up silver as the dust, and prepare raiment as the clay;. Though he heap up silver as the dust, and prepare raiment as the clay; He may prepare , but the just shall put on, and the innocent shall divide the silver. He buildeth his house as a moth, and as a booth the keeper maketh. The rich man shall lie down, but he shall not be gathered: he openeth his eyes, and he not. Terrors take hold on him as waters, a.
• V. 21–23 — The east wind carrieth him away, and he departeth: and as a storm hurlet. The east wind carrieth him away, and he departeth: and as a storm hurleth him out of his place. For shall cast upon him, and not spare: he would fain flee out of his hand. shall clap their hands at him, and shall hiss him out of his place.

Textual note. Job 27 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Moreover Job continued his parable, and said. Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, God liveth, has taken away my judgment; and the Almighty, has vexed my soul; All the while my breath in me, and the spirit of God in my nostrils; My lips shall not speak wickedness, nor my tongue utter deceit. God forbid that I should justify you: till I die I will not remove mine integrity from me. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go: my heart shall not. My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let it go: my heart shall not reproach so long as I live. Let mine enemy be as the wicked, and he that riseth up against me as the unrighteous. For what the hope of the hypocrite, though he has gained, when God taketh away his soul? Will God hear his cry when trouble cometh upon him? Will he delight himself in the. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — I will teach you by the hand of God: which with the Almighty will I not. I will teach you by the hand of God: which with the Almighty will I not conceal. Behold, all you yourselves have seen ; why then are you thus altogether vain? This the portion of a wicked man with God, and the heritage of oppressors, they shall receive of the Almighty. If his children be multiplied, for the sword: and his offspring shall not be satisfied. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — Though he heap up silver as the dust, and prepare raiment as the clay;. Though he heap up silver as the dust, and prepare raiment as the clay; He may prepare , but the just shall put on, and the innocent shall divide the silver. He buildeth his house as a moth, and as a booth the keeper maketh. The rich man shall lie down, but he shall not be gathered: he openeth his eyes, and he not. Terrors take hold on him as waters, a. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — The east wind carrieth him away, and he departeth: and as a storm hurlet. The east wind carrieth him away, and he departeth: and as a storm hurleth him out of his place. For shall cast upon him, and not spare: he would fain flee out of his hand. shall clap their hands at him, and shall hiss him out of his place. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 28 — איוב 28

Theme. Job 28 (28 verses in the MT) opens: Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold they fine . The middle of the chapter continues: It cannot be gotten for gold, neither shall silver be weighed the price thereof. It closes: And to man he said, Behold, the fear of YHWH, that wisdom; and to depart from evil understanding.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold they fine. Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold they fine . Iron is taken out of the earth, and brass molten the stone. He setteth an end to darkness, and searcheth out all perfection: the stones of darkness, and the shadow of death. The flood breaketh out from the inhabitant; forgotten of the foot: they are dried up, they are gone away from.
• II. 7–12 — a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture's eye has not seen:. a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture's eye has not seen: The lion's whelps have not trodden it, nor the fierce lion passed by it. He putteth forth his hand upon the rock; he overturneth the mountains by the roots. He cutteth out rivers among the rocks; and his eye seeth every precious thing. He bindeth the floods from overflowing; and hid.
• III. 13–18 — Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of th. Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of the living. The depth says, It not in me: and the sea says, not with me. It cannot be gotten for gold, neither shall silver be weighed the price thereof. It cannot be valued with the gold of Ophir, with the precious onyx, or the sapphire. The gold and the crystal cannot equal it: and the.
• IV. 19–24 — The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued wit. The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold. Whence then cometh wisdom? and where the place of understanding? Seeing it is hid from the eyes of all living, and kept close from the fowls of the air. Destruction and death say, We have heard the fame thereof with our ears. God understandeth the way thereof, and he.
• V. 25–28 — To make the weight for the winds; and he weigheth the waters by measure. To make the weight for the winds; and he weigheth the waters by measure. When he made a decree for the rain, and a way for the lightning of the thunder: Then did he see it, and declare it; he prepared it, yea, and searched it out. And to man he said, Behold, the fear of YHWH, that wisdom; and to depart from evil understanding.

Textual note. Job 28 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold they fine. Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold they fine . Iron is taken out of the earth, and brass molten the stone. He setteth an end to darkness, and searcheth out all perfection: the stones of darkness, and the shadow of death. The flood breaketh out from the inhabitant; forgotten of the foot: they are dried up, they are gone away from. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture's eye has not seen:. a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture's eye has not seen: The lion's whelps have not trodden it, nor the fierce lion passed by it. He putteth forth his hand upon the rock; he overturneth the mountains by the roots. He cutteth out rivers among the rocks; and his eye seeth every precious thing. He bindeth the floods from overflowing; and hid. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of th. Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of the living. The depth says, It not in me: and the sea says, not with me. It cannot be gotten for gold, neither shall silver be weighed the price thereof. It cannot be valued with the gold of Ophir, with the precious onyx, or the sapphire. The gold and the crystal cannot equal it: and the. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued wit. The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold. Whence then cometh wisdom? and where the place of understanding? Seeing it is hid from the eyes of all living, and kept close from the fowls of the air. Destruction and death say, We have heard the fame thereof with our ears. God understandeth the way thereof, and he. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — To make the weight for the winds; and he weigheth the waters by measure. To make the weight for the winds; and he weigheth the waters by measure. When he made a decree for the rain, and a way for the lightning of the thunder: Then did he see it, and declare it; he prepared it, yea, and searched it out. And to man he said, Behold, the fear of YHWH, that wisdom; and to depart from evil understanding. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 29 — איוב 29

Theme. Job 29 (25 verses in the MT) opens: Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: The blessing of him that was ready to perish came upon me: and I caused the widow's heart to sing for joy. It closes: I chose out their way, and sat chief, and dwelt as a king in the army, as one comforteth the mourners.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — Moreover Job continued his parable, and said. Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, Oh that I were as months past, as the days God preserved me; When his candle shined upon my head, by his light I walked darkness; As I was in the days of my youth, when the secret of God upon my tabernacle; When the Almighty yet with me, my children about me;
• II. 6–10 — When I washed my steps with butter, and the rock poured me out rivers of. When I washed my steps with butter, and the rock poured me out rivers of oil; When I went out to the gate through the city, I prepared my seat in the street! The young men saw me, and hid themselves: and the aged arose, stood up. The princes refrained talking, and laid hand on their mouth. The nobles held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to the roof of.
• III. 11–15 — When the ear heard , then it blessed me; and when the eye saw , it gave. When the ear heard , then it blessed me; and when the eye saw , it gave witness to me: Because I delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and none to help him. The blessing of him that was ready to perish came upon me: and I caused the widow's heart to sing for joy. I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment as a robe and a diadem. I.
• IV. 16–20 — I a father to the poor: and the cause I knew not I searched out. I a father to the poor: and the cause I knew not I searched out. And I brake the jaws of the wicked, and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. Then I said, I shall die in my nest, and I shall multiply days as the sand. My root spread out by the waters, and the dew lay all night upon my branch. My glory fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand.
• V. 21–25 — To me gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel. To me gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel. After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them. And they waited for me as for the rain; and they opened their mouth wide for the latter rain. I laughed on them, they believed not; and the light of my countenance they cast not down. I chose out their way, and sat chief, and.

Textual note. Job 29 comprises 25 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Moreover Job continued his parable, and said. Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, Oh that I were as months past, as the days God preserved me; When his candle shined upon my head, by his light I walked darkness; As I was in the days of my youth, when the secret of God upon my tabernacle; When the Almighty yet with me, my children about me; Movement II (vv. 6-10) — When I washed my steps with butter, and the rock poured me out rivers of. When I washed my steps with butter, and the rock poured me out rivers of oil; When I went out to the gate through the city, I prepared my seat in the street! The young men saw me, and hid themselves: and the aged arose, stood up. The princes refrained talking, and laid hand on their mouth. The nobles held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to the roof of. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — When the ear heard , then it blessed me; and when the eye saw , it gave. When the ear heard , then it blessed me; and when the eye saw , it gave witness to me: Because I delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and none to help him. The blessing of him that was ready to perish came upon me: and I caused the widow's heart to sing for joy. I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment as a robe and a diadem. I. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — I a father to the poor: and the cause I knew not I searched out. I a father to the poor: and the cause I knew not I searched out. And I brake the jaws of the wicked, and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. Then I said, I shall die in my nest, and I shall multiply days as the sand. My root spread out by the waters, and the dew lay all night upon my branch. My glory fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand. Movement V (vv. 21-25) — To me gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel. To me gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel. After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them. And they waited for me as for the rain; and they opened their mouth wide for the latter rain. I laughed on them, they believed not; and the light of my countenance they cast not down. I chose out their way, and sat chief, and. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 30 — איוב 30

Theme. Job 30 (31 verses in the MT) opens: But now younger than I have me in derision, whose fathers I would have disdained to have set with the dogs of my flock. The middle of the chapter continues: And now my soul is poured out upon me; the days of affliction have taken hold upon me. It closes: My harp also is to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — But now younger than I have me in derision, whose fathers I would have d. But now younger than I have me in derision, whose fathers I would have disdained to have set with the dogs of my flock. Yea, whereto the strength of their hands me, in whom old age was perished? For want and famine solitary; fleeing into the wilderness in former time desolate and waste. Who cut up mallows by the bushes, and juniper roots their meat. They.
• II. 8–14 — children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the e. children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the earth. And now am I their song, yea, I am their byword. They abhor me, they flee far from me, and spare not to spit in my face. Because he has loosed my cord, and afflicted me, they have also let loose the bridle before me. Upon right rise the youth; they push away my feet, and they.
• III. 15–21 — Terrors are turned upon me: they pursue my soul as the wind: and my welf. Terrors are turned upon me: they pursue my soul as the wind: and my welfare passeth away as a cloud. And now my soul is poured out upon me; the days of affliction have taken hold upon me. My bones are pierced in me in the night season: and my sinews take no rest. By the great force is my garment changed: it bindeth me about as the collar of my coat. He has.
• IV. 22–28 — You liftest me up to the wind; you causest me to ride , and dissolvest m. You liftest me up to the wind; you causest me to ride , and dissolvest my substance. For I know you will bring me death, and the house appointed for all living. Howbeit he will not stretch out hand to the grave, though they cry in his destruction. Did not I weep for him that was in trouble? was my soul grieved for the poor? When I looked for good, then evil.
• V. 29–31 — I am a brother to dragons, and a companion to owls. I am a brother to dragons, and a companion to owls. My skin is black upon me, and my bones are burned with heat. My harp also is to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep.

Textual note. Job 30 comprises 31 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — But now younger than I have me in derision, whose fathers I would have d. But now younger than I have me in derision, whose fathers I would have disdained to have set with the dogs of my flock. Yea, whereto the strength of their hands me, in whom old age was perished? For want and famine solitary; fleeing into the wilderness in former time desolate and waste. Who cut up mallows by the bushes, and juniper roots their meat. They. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the e. children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the earth. And now am I their song, yea, I am their byword. They abhor me, they flee far from me, and spare not to spit in my face. Because he has loosed my cord, and afflicted me, they have also let loose the bridle before me. Upon right rise the youth; they push away my feet, and they. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Terrors are turned upon me: they pursue my soul as the wind: and my welf. Terrors are turned upon me: they pursue my soul as the wind: and my welfare passeth away as a cloud. And now my soul is poured out upon me; the days of affliction have taken hold upon me. My bones are pierced in me in the night season: and my sinews take no rest. By the great force is my garment changed: it bindeth me about as the collar of my coat. He has. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — You liftest me up to the wind; you causest me to ride , and dissolvest m. You liftest me up to the wind; you causest me to ride , and dissolvest my substance. For I know you will bring me death, and the house appointed for all living. Howbeit he will not stretch out hand to the grave, though they cry in his destruction. Did not I weep for him that was in trouble? was my soul grieved for the poor? When I looked for good, then evil. Movement V (vv. 29-31) — I am a brother to dragons, and a companion to owls. I am a brother to dragons, and a companion to owls. My skin is black upon me, and my bones are burned with heat. My harp also is to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 31 — איוב 31

Theme. Job 31 (40 verses in the MT) opens: I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid? The middle of the chapter continues: If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, when I saw my help in the gate: It closes: Let thistles grow instead of wheat, and cockle instead of barley. The words of Job are ended.

Outline.

• I. 1–8 — I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid?. I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid? For what portion of God from above? and inheritance of the Almighty from on high? not destruction to the wicked? and a strange to the workers of iniquity? Doth not he see my ways, and count all my steps? If I have walked with vanity, or if my foot has hasted to deceit; Let me be weighed.
• II. 9–16 — If mine heart have been deceived by a woman, or I have laid wait at my n. If mine heart have been deceived by a woman, or I have laid wait at my neighbour's door; let my wife grind to another, and let others bow down upon her. For this an heinous crime; yea, it an iniquity the judges. For it a fire consumeth to destruction, and would root out all mine increase. If I did despise the cause of my manservant or of my maidservant,.
• III. 17–24 — Or have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless has not eaten t. Or have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless has not eaten thereof; (For from my youth he was brought up with me, as a father, and I have guided her from my mother's womb;) If I have seen any perish for want of clothing, or any poor without covering; If his loins have not blessed me, and he were warmed with the fleece of my sheep; If I have.
• IV. 25–32 — If I rejoiced because my wealth great, and because mine hand had gotten. If I rejoiced because my wealth great, and because mine hand had gotten much; If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking brightness; And my heart has been secretly enticed, or my mouth has kissed my hand: This also an iniquity the judge: for I should have denied the God above. If I rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, or lifted up.
• V. 33–40 — If I covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bo. If I covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosom: Did I fear a great multitude, or did the contempt of families terrify me, that I kept silence, went not out of the door? Oh that one would hear me! behold, my desire the Almighty would answer me, and mine adversary had written a book. Surely I would take it upon my shoulder, bind.

Textual note. Job 31 comprises 40 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-8) — I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid?. I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid? For what portion of God from above? and inheritance of the Almighty from on high? not destruction to the wicked? and a strange to the workers of iniquity? Doth not he see my ways, and count all my steps? If I have walked with vanity, or if my foot has hasted to deceit; Let me be weighed. Movement II (vv. 9-16) — If mine heart have been deceived by a woman, or I have laid wait at my n. If mine heart have been deceived by a woman, or I have laid wait at my neighbour's door; let my wife grind to another, and let others bow down upon her. For this an heinous crime; yea, it an iniquity the judges. For it a fire consumeth to destruction, and would root out all mine increase. If I did despise the cause of my manservant or of my maidservant,. Movement III (vv. 17-24) — Or have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless has not eaten t. Or have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless has not eaten thereof; (For from my youth he was brought up with me, as a father, and I have guided her from my mother's womb;) If I have seen any perish for want of clothing, or any poor without covering; If his loins have not blessed me, and he were warmed with the fleece of my sheep; If I have. Movement IV (vv. 25-32) — If I rejoiced because my wealth great, and because mine hand had gotten. If I rejoiced because my wealth great, and because mine hand had gotten much; If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking brightness; And my heart has been secretly enticed, or my mouth has kissed my hand: This also an iniquity the judge: for I should have denied the God above. If I rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, or lifted up. Movement V (vv. 33-40) — If I covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bo. If I covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosom: Did I fear a great multitude, or did the contempt of families terrify me, that I kept silence, went not out of the door? Oh that one would hear me! behold, my desire the Almighty would answer me, and mine adversary had written a book. Surely I would take it upon my shoulder, bind. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 32 — איוב 32

Theme. Job 32 (22 verses in the MT) opens: So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he righteous in his own eyes. The middle of the chapter continues: Yea, I attended to you, and, behold, none of you that convinced Job, that answered his words: It closes: For I know not to give flattering titles; my maker would soon take me away.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he righteous in his own. So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he righteous in his own eyes. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God. Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and had condemned.
• II. 6–10 — And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I young, and. And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I young, and you very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion. I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom. But a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. Great men are not wise: neither do the aged understand.
• III. 11–15 — Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst you. Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst you searched out what to say. Yea, I attended to you, and, behold, none of you that convinced Job, that answered his words: Lest you should say, We have found out wisdom: God thrusteth him down, not man. Now he has not directed words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches..
• IV. 16–20 — When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, answered no mor. When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, answered no more;) , I will answer also my part, I also will shew mine opinion. For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. Behold, my belly as wine has no vent; it is ready to burst like new bottles. I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer.
• V. 21–22 — Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give fla. Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles to man. For I know not to give flattering titles; my maker would soon take me away.

Textual note. Job 32 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he righteous in his own. So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he righteous in his own eyes. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God. Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and had condemned. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I young, and. And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I young, and you very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion. I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom. But a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. Great men are not wise: neither do the aged understand. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst you. Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst you searched out what to say. Yea, I attended to you, and, behold, none of you that convinced Job, that answered his words: Lest you should say, We have found out wisdom: God thrusteth him down, not man. Now he has not directed words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches.. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, answered no mor. When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, answered no more;) , I will answer also my part, I also will shew mine opinion. For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. Behold, my belly as wine has no vent; it is ready to burst like new bottles. I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give fla. Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles to man. For I know not to give flattering titles; my maker would soon take me away. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 33 — איוב 33

Theme. Job 33 (33 verses in the MT) opens: Wherefore, Job, I pray you, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my words. The middle of the chapter continues: That he may withdraw man purpose, and hide pride from man. It closes: If not, hearken to me: hold your peace, and I shall teach you wisdom.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — Wherefore, Job, I pray you, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my word. Wherefore, Job, I pray you, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my words. Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue has spoken in my mouth. My words the uprightness of my heart: and my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty has given me life. If you canst answer me, set in order before me,.
• II. 8–14 — Surely you have spoken in mine hearing, and I have heard the voice of wo. Surely you have spoken in mine hearing, and I have heard the voice of words, , I am clean without transgression, I innocent; neither iniquity in me. Behold, he findeth occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy, He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marketh all my paths. Behold, this you are not just: I will answer you, that God is greater than man..
• III. 15–21 — In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men,. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed; Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction, That he may withdraw man purpose, and hide pride from man. He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the.
• IV. 22–28 — Yea, his soul draweth near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. Yea, his soul draweth near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. If there be a messenger with him, an interpreter, one among a thousand, to shew to man his uprightness: Then he is gracious to him, and says, Deliver him from going down to the pit: I have found a ransom. His flesh shall be fresher than a child's: he shall return to the days of his.
• V. 29–33 — Lo, all these worketh God oftentimes with man. Lo, all these worketh God oftentimes with man, To bring back his soul from the pit, to be enlightened with the light of the living. Mark well, O Job, hearken to me: hold your peace, and I will speak. If you have any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify you. If not, hearken to me: hold your peace, and I shall teach you wisdom.

Textual note. Job 33 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Wherefore, Job, I pray you, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my word. Wherefore, Job, I pray you, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my words. Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue has spoken in my mouth. My words the uprightness of my heart: and my lips shall utter knowledge clearly. The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty has given me life. If you canst answer me, set in order before me,. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Surely you have spoken in mine hearing, and I have heard the voice of wo. Surely you have spoken in mine hearing, and I have heard the voice of words, , I am clean without transgression, I innocent; neither iniquity in me. Behold, he findeth occasions against me, he counteth me for his enemy, He putteth my feet in the stocks, he marketh all my paths. Behold, this you are not just: I will answer you, that God is greater than man.. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men,. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed; Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction, That he may withdraw man purpose, and hide pride from man. He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword. He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Yea, his soul draweth near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. Yea, his soul draweth near to the grave, and his life to the destroyers. If there be a messenger with him, an interpreter, one among a thousand, to shew to man his uprightness: Then he is gracious to him, and says, Deliver him from going down to the pit: I have found a ransom. His flesh shall be fresher than a child's: he shall return to the days of his. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — Lo, all these worketh God oftentimes with man. Lo, all these worketh God oftentimes with man, To bring back his soul from the pit, to be enlightened with the light of the living. Mark well, O Job, hearken to me: hold your peace, and I will speak. If you have any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify you. If not, hearken to me: hold your peace, and I shall teach you wisdom. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 34 — איוב 34

Theme. Job 34 (37 verses in the MT) opens: Furthermore Elihu answered and said, The middle of the chapter continues: that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all the work of his hands. It closes: For he addeth rebellion to his sin, he clappeth among us, and multiplieth his words against God.

Outline.

• I. 1–8 — Furthermore Elihu answered and said. Furthermore Elihu answered and said, Hear my words, O you wise ; and give ear to me, you that have knowledge. For the ear trieth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Let us choose to us judgment: let us know among ourselves what good. For Job has said, I am righteous: and God has taken away my judgment. Should I lie against my right? my wound incurable without.
• II. 9–16 — For he has said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himse. For he has said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. Therefore hearken to me, you men of understanding: far be it from God, wickedness; and the Almighty, iniquity. For the work of a man shall he render to him, and cause every man to find according to ways. Yea, surely God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty.
• III. 17–24 — Shall even he that hateth right govern? and will you condemn him that is. Shall even he that hateth right govern? and will you condemn him that is most just? to say to a king, wicked? to princes, ungodly? that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all the work of his hands. In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and pass away: and the mighty.
• IV. 25–32 — Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth in the night, so th. Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth in the night, so that they are destroyed. He striketh them as wicked men in the open sight of others; Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways: So that they cause the cry of the poor to come to him, and he heareth the cry of the afflicted. When he giveth quietness, who.
• V. 33–37 — according to your mind? he will recompense it, whether you refuse, or wh. according to your mind? he will recompense it, whether you refuse, or whether you choose; and not I: therefore speak what you knowest. Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken to me. Job has spoken without knowledge, and his words without wisdom. My desire Job may be tried to the end because of answers for wicked men. For he addeth.

Textual note. Job 34 comprises 37 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-8) — Furthermore Elihu answered and said. Furthermore Elihu answered and said, Hear my words, O you wise ; and give ear to me, you that have knowledge. For the ear trieth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Let us choose to us judgment: let us know among ourselves what good. For Job has said, I am righteous: and God has taken away my judgment. Should I lie against my right? my wound incurable without. Movement II (vv. 9-16) — For he has said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himse. For he has said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself with God. Therefore hearken to me, you men of understanding: far be it from God, wickedness; and the Almighty, iniquity. For the work of a man shall he render to him, and cause every man to find according to ways. Yea, surely God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty. Movement III (vv. 17-24) — Shall even he that hateth right govern? and will you condemn him that is. Shall even he that hateth right govern? and will you condemn him that is most just? to say to a king, wicked? to princes, ungodly? that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all the work of his hands. In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and pass away: and the mighty. Movement IV (vv. 25-32) — Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth in the night, so th. Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth in the night, so that they are destroyed. He striketh them as wicked men in the open sight of others; Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways: So that they cause the cry of the poor to come to him, and he heareth the cry of the afflicted. When he giveth quietness, who. Movement V (vv. 33-37) — according to your mind? he will recompense it, whether you refuse, or wh. according to your mind? he will recompense it, whether you refuse, or whether you choose; and not I: therefore speak what you knowest. Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken to me. Job has spoken without knowledge, and his words without wisdom. My desire Job may be tried to the end because of answers for wicked men. For he addeth. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 35 — איוב 35

Theme. Job 35 (16 verses in the MT) opens: Elihu spake moreover, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make to cry: they cry out by reason of the arm of the mighty. It closes: Therefore does Job open his mouth in vain; he multiplieth words without knowledge.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Elihu spake moreover, and said. Elihu spake moreover, and said, Thinkest you this to be right, you saidst, My righteousness more than God's? For you saidst, What advantage will it be to you? , What profit shall I have, from my sin? I will answer you, and your companions with you.
• II. 5–8 — Look to the heavens, and see; and behold the clouds are higher than you. Look to the heavens, and see; and behold the clouds are higher than you. If you sinnest, what doest you against him? or your transgressions be multiplied, what doest you to him? If you be righteous, what givest you him? or what receiveth he of your hand? Your wickedness a man as you ; and your righteousness the son of man.
• III. 9–12 — By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make to cry: they cry out. By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make to cry: they cry out by reason of the arm of the mighty. But none says, Where God my maker, who giveth songs in the night; Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven? There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men.
• IV. 13–16 — Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it. Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it. Although you sayest you shall not see him, judgment before him; therefore trust you in him. But now, because not , he has visited in his anger; yet he knoweth not in great extremity: Therefore does Job open his mouth in vain; he multiplieth words without knowledge.

Textual note. Job 35 comprises 16 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Elihu spake moreover, and said. Elihu spake moreover, and said, Thinkest you this to be right, you saidst, My righteousness more than God's? For you saidst, What advantage will it be to you? , What profit shall I have, from my sin? I will answer you, and your companions with you. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Look to the heavens, and see; and behold the clouds are higher than you. Look to the heavens, and see; and behold the clouds are higher than you. If you sinnest, what doest you against him? or your transgressions be multiplied, what doest you to him? If you be righteous, what givest you him? or what receiveth he of your hand? Your wickedness a man as you ; and your righteousness the son of man. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make to cry: they cry out. By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make to cry: they cry out by reason of the arm of the mighty. But none says, Where God my maker, who giveth songs in the night; Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven? There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it. Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it. Although you sayest you shall not see him, judgment before him; therefore trust you in him. But now, because not , he has visited in his anger; yet he knoweth not in great extremity: Therefore does Job open his mouth in vain; he multiplieth words without knowledge. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 36 — איוב 36

Theme. Job 36 (33 verses in the MT) opens: Elihu also proceeded, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: But you have fulfilled the judgment of the wicked: judgment and justice take hold . It closes: The noise thereof sheweth concerning it, the cattle also concerning the vapour.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — Elihu also proceeded, and said. Elihu also proceeded, and said, Suffer me a little, and I will shew you that yet to speak on God's behalf. I will fetch my knowledge from afar, and will ascribe righteousness to my Maker. For truly my words not false: he that is perfect in knowledge with you. Behold, God mighty, and despiseth not mighty in strength wisdom. He preserveth not the life of the.
• II. 8–14 — And if bound in fetters, be holden in cords of affliction;. And if bound in fetters, be holden in cords of affliction; Then he sheweth them their work, and their transgressions that they have exceeded. He openeth also their ear to discipline, and commandeth that they return from iniquity. If they obey and serve , they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures. But if they obey not, they.
• III. 15–21 — He delivereth the poor in his affliction, and openeth their ears in oppr. He delivereth the poor in his affliction, and openeth their ears in oppression. Even so would he have removed you out of the strait a broad place, where no straitness; and that which should be set on your table full of fatness. But you have fulfilled the judgment of the wicked: judgment and justice take hold . Because wrath, lest he take you away with.
• IV. 22–28 — Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him?. Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him? Who has enjoined him his way? or who can say, You have wrought iniquity? Remember that you magnify his work, which men behold. Every man may see it; man may behold afar off. Behold, God great, and we know not, neither can the number of his years be searched out. For he maketh small the drops of.
• V. 29–33 — Also can understand the spreadings of the clouds, the noise of his taber. Also can understand the spreadings of the clouds, the noise of his tabernacle? Behold, he spreadeth his light upon it, and covereth the bottom of the sea. For by them judgeth he the people; he giveth meat in abundance. With clouds he covereth the light; and commandeth it by that cometh betwixt. The noise thereof sheweth concerning it, the cattle also.

Textual note. Job 36 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Elihu also proceeded, and said. Elihu also proceeded, and said, Suffer me a little, and I will shew you that yet to speak on God's behalf. I will fetch my knowledge from afar, and will ascribe righteousness to my Maker. For truly my words not false: he that is perfect in knowledge with you. Behold, God mighty, and despiseth not mighty in strength wisdom. He preserveth not the life of the. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — And if bound in fetters, be holden in cords of affliction;. And if bound in fetters, be holden in cords of affliction; Then he sheweth them their work, and their transgressions that they have exceeded. He openeth also their ear to discipline, and commandeth that they return from iniquity. If they obey and serve , they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures. But if they obey not, they. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — He delivereth the poor in his affliction, and openeth their ears in oppr. He delivereth the poor in his affliction, and openeth their ears in oppression. Even so would he have removed you out of the strait a broad place, where no straitness; and that which should be set on your table full of fatness. But you have fulfilled the judgment of the wicked: judgment and justice take hold . Because wrath, lest he take you away with. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him?. Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him? Who has enjoined him his way? or who can say, You have wrought iniquity? Remember that you magnify his work, which men behold. Every man may see it; man may behold afar off. Behold, God great, and we know not, neither can the number of his years be searched out. For he maketh small the drops of. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — Also can understand the spreadings of the clouds, the noise of his taber. Also can understand the spreadings of the clouds, the noise of his tabernacle? Behold, he spreadeth his light upon it, and covereth the bottom of the sea. For by them judgeth he the people; he giveth meat in abundance. With clouds he covereth the light; and commandeth it by that cometh betwixt. The noise thereof sheweth concerning it, the cattle also. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 37 — איוב 37

Theme. Job 37 (24 verses in the MT) opens: At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place. The middle of the chapter continues: He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy. It closes: Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any wise of heart.

Outline.

• I. 1–5 — At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place. At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place. Hear attentively the noise of his voice, and the sound goeth out of his mouth. He directeth it under the whole heaven, and his lightning to the ends of the earth. After it a voice roareth: he thundereth with the voice of his excellency; and he will not stay them when his voice is heard. God.
• II. 6–10 — For he says to the snow, Be you the earth; likewise to the small rain, a. For he says to the snow, Be you the earth; likewise to the small rain, and to the great rain of his strength. He sealeth up the hand of every man; that all men may know his work. Then the beasts go into dens, and remain in their places. Out of the south cometh the whirlwind: and cold out of the north. By the breath of God frost is given: and the breadth of.
• III. 11–15 — Also by watering he wearieth the thick cloud: he scattereth his bright c. Also by watering he wearieth the thick cloud: he scattereth his bright cloud: And it is turned round about by his counsels: that they may do whatsoever he commandeth them upon the face of the world in the earth. He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy. Hearken to this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works.
• IV. 16–20 — Dost you know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him wh. Dost you know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge? How your garments warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south ? Hast you with him spread out the sky, strong, as a molten looking glass? Teach us what we shall say to him; we cannot order by reason of darkness. Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man.
• V. 21–24 — And now see not the bright light which in the clouds: but the wind passe. And now see not the bright light which in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them. Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God terrible majesty. the Almighty, we cannot find him out: excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict. Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any wise of heart.

Textual note. Job 37 comprises 24 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place. At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place. Hear attentively the noise of his voice, and the sound goeth out of his mouth. He directeth it under the whole heaven, and his lightning to the ends of the earth. After it a voice roareth: he thundereth with the voice of his excellency; and he will not stay them when his voice is heard. God. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — For he says to the snow, Be you the earth; likewise to the small rain, a. For he says to the snow, Be you the earth; likewise to the small rain, and to the great rain of his strength. He sealeth up the hand of every man; that all men may know his work. Then the beasts go into dens, and remain in their places. Out of the south cometh the whirlwind: and cold out of the north. By the breath of God frost is given: and the breadth of. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Also by watering he wearieth the thick cloud: he scattereth his bright c. Also by watering he wearieth the thick cloud: he scattereth his bright cloud: And it is turned round about by his counsels: that they may do whatsoever he commandeth them upon the face of the world in the earth. He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy. Hearken to this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — Dost you know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him wh. Dost you know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge? How your garments warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south ? Hast you with him spread out the sky, strong, as a molten looking glass? Teach us what we shall say to him; we cannot order by reason of darkness. Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man. Movement V (vv. 21-24) — And now see not the bright light which in the clouds: but the wind passe. And now see not the bright light which in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them. Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God terrible majesty. the Almighty, we cannot find him out: excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict. Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any wise of heart. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 38 — איוב 38

Theme. Job 38 (41 verses in the MT) opens: Then YHWH answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: Knowest you , because you wast then born? or the number of your days great? It closes: Who provideth for the raven his food? when his young ones cry to God, they wander for lack of meat.

Outline.

• I. 1–9 — Then YHWH answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said. Then YHWH answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said, Who this that darkeneth counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up now your loins like a man; for I will demand of you, and answer you me. Where wast you when I laid the foundations of the earth? declare, if you have understanding. Who has laid the measures thereof, if you knowest? or who has stretched.
• II. 10–18 — And brake up for it my decreed , and set bars and doors. And brake up for it my decreed , and set bars and doors, And said, Hitherto shall you come, but no further: and here shall your proud waves be stayed? Hast you commanded the morning since your days; caused the dayspring to know his place; That it might take hold of the ends of the earth, that the wicked might be shaken out of it? It is turned as clay the.
• III. 19–27 — Where the way light dwelleth? and darkness, where the place thereof. Where the way light dwelleth? and darkness, where the place thereof, That you shouldest take it to the bound thereof, and that you shouldest know the paths the house thereof? Knowest you , because you wast then born? or the number of your days great? Hast you entered into the treasures of the snow? or have you seen the treasures of the hail, Which I have.
• IV. 28–36 — Has the rain a father? or who has begotten the drops of dew?. Has the rain a father? or who has begotten the drops of dew? Out of whose womb came the ice? and the hoary frost of heaven, who has gendered it? The waters are hid as a stone, and the face of the deep is frozen. Canst you bind the sweet influences of Pleiades, or loose the bands of Orion? Canst you bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? or canst you guide.
• V. 37–41 — Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heav. Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heaven, When the dust groweth into hardness, and the clods cleave fast together? Wilt you hunt the prey for the lion? or fill the appetite of the young lions, When they couch in dens, abide in the covert to lie in wait? Who provideth for the raven his food? when his young ones cry to God,.

Textual note. Job 38 comprises 41 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-9) — Then YHWH answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said. Then YHWH answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said, Who this that darkeneth counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up now your loins like a man; for I will demand of you, and answer you me. Where wast you when I laid the foundations of the earth? declare, if you have understanding. Who has laid the measures thereof, if you knowest? or who has stretched. Movement II (vv. 10-18) — And brake up for it my decreed , and set bars and doors. And brake up for it my decreed , and set bars and doors, And said, Hitherto shall you come, but no further: and here shall your proud waves be stayed? Hast you commanded the morning since your days; caused the dayspring to know his place; That it might take hold of the ends of the earth, that the wicked might be shaken out of it? It is turned as clay the. Movement III (vv. 19-27) — Where the way light dwelleth? and darkness, where the place thereof. Where the way light dwelleth? and darkness, where the place thereof, That you shouldest take it to the bound thereof, and that you shouldest know the paths the house thereof? Knowest you , because you wast then born? or the number of your days great? Hast you entered into the treasures of the snow? or have you seen the treasures of the hail, Which I have. Movement IV (vv. 28-36) — Has the rain a father? or who has begotten the drops of dew?. Has the rain a father? or who has begotten the drops of dew? Out of whose womb came the ice? and the hoary frost of heaven, who has gendered it? The waters are hid as a stone, and the face of the deep is frozen. Canst you bind the sweet influences of Pleiades, or loose the bands of Orion? Canst you bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? or canst you guide. Movement V (vv. 37-41) — Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heav. Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heaven, When the dust groweth into hardness, and the clods cleave fast together? Wilt you hunt the prey for the lion? or fill the appetite of the young lions, When they couch in dens, abide in the covert to lie in wait? Who provideth for the raven his food? when his young ones cry to God,. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 39 — איוב 39

Theme. Job 39 (30 verses in the MT) opens: Knowest you the time when the wild goats of the rock bring forth? canst you mark when the hinds do calve? The middle of the chapter continues: She is hardened against her young ones, as though not hers: her labour is in vain without fear; It closes: Her young ones also suck up blood: and where the slain , there she.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Knowest you the time when the wild goats of the rock bring forth? canst. Knowest you the time when the wild goats of the rock bring forth? canst you mark when the hinds do calve? Canst you number the months they fulfil? or knowest you the time when they bring forth? They bow themselves, they bring forth their young ones, they cast out their sorrows. Their young ones are in good liking, they grow up with corn; they go forth, and.
• II. 7–12 — He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying o. He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying of the driver. The range of the mountains his pasture, and he searcheth after every green thing. Will the unicorn be willing to serve you, or abide by your crib? Canst you bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after you? Wilt you trust him, because.
• III. 13–18 — the goodly wings to the peacocks? or wings and feathers to the ostrich?. the goodly wings to the peacocks? or wings and feathers to the ostrich? Which leaveth her eggs in the earth, and warmeth them in dust, And forgetteth that the foot may crush them, or that the wild beast may break them. She is hardened against her young ones, as though not hers: her labour is in vain without fear; Because God has deprived her of wisdom,.
• IV. 19–24 — Hast you given the horse strength? have you clothed his neck with thunde. Hast you given the horse strength? have you clothed his neck with thunder? Canst you make him afraid as a grasshopper? the glory of his nostrils terrible. He paweth in the valley, and rejoiceth in strength: he goeth on to meet the armed men. He mocketh at fear, and is not affrighted; neither turneth he back from the sword. The quiver rattleth against him,.
• V. 25–30 — He says among the trumpets, Ha, ha; and he smelleth the battle afar off. He says among the trumpets, Ha, ha; and he smelleth the battle afar off, the thunder of the captains, and the shouting. Doth the hawk fly by your wisdom, stretch her wings toward the south? Doth the eagle mount up at your command, and make her nest on high? She dwelleth and abideth on the rock, upon the crag of the rock, and the strong place. From thence.

Textual note. Job 39 comprises 30 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Knowest you the time when the wild goats of the rock bring forth? canst. Knowest you the time when the wild goats of the rock bring forth? canst you mark when the hinds do calve? Canst you number the months they fulfil? or knowest you the time when they bring forth? They bow themselves, they bring forth their young ones, they cast out their sorrows. Their young ones are in good liking, they grow up with corn; they go forth, and. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying o. He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying of the driver. The range of the mountains his pasture, and he searcheth after every green thing. Will the unicorn be willing to serve you, or abide by your crib? Canst you bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after you? Wilt you trust him, because. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — the goodly wings to the peacocks? or wings and feathers to the ostrich?. the goodly wings to the peacocks? or wings and feathers to the ostrich? Which leaveth her eggs in the earth, and warmeth them in dust, And forgetteth that the foot may crush them, or that the wild beast may break them. She is hardened against her young ones, as though not hers: her labour is in vain without fear; Because God has deprived her of wisdom,. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — Hast you given the horse strength? have you clothed his neck with thunde. Hast you given the horse strength? have you clothed his neck with thunder? Canst you make him afraid as a grasshopper? the glory of his nostrils terrible. He paweth in the valley, and rejoiceth in strength: he goeth on to meet the armed men. He mocketh at fear, and is not affrighted; neither turneth he back from the sword. The quiver rattleth against him,. Movement V (vv. 25-30) — He says among the trumpets, Ha, ha; and he smelleth the battle afar off. He says among the trumpets, Ha, ha; and he smelleth the battle afar off, the thunder of the captains, and the shouting. Doth the hawk fly by your wisdom, stretch her wings toward the south? Doth the eagle mount up at your command, and make her nest on high? She dwelleth and abideth on the rock, upon the crag of the rock, and the strong place. From thence. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 40 — איוב 40

Theme. Job 40 (32 verses in the MT) opens: Moreover YHWH answered Job, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together. It closes: Lay your hand upon him, remember the battle, do no more.

Outline.

• I. 1–7 — Moreover YHWH answered Job, and said. Moreover YHWH answered Job, and said, Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct ? he that reproveth God, let him answer it. Then Job answered YHWH, and said, Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer you? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Once have I spoken; but I will not answer: yea, twice; but I will proceed no further. Then answered YHWH to Job.
• II. 8–14 — Wilt you also disannul my judgment? will you condemn me, that you mayest. Wilt you also disannul my judgment? will you condemn me, that you mayest be righteous? Hast you an arm like God? or canst you thunder with a voice like him? Deck thyself now majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty. Cast abroad the rage of your wrath: and behold every one proud, and abase him. Look on every one proud, bring him low;.
• III. 15–21 — Behold now behemoth, which I made with you; he eateth grass as an ox. Behold now behemoth, which I made with you; he eateth grass as an ox. Lo now, his strength in his loins, and his force in the navel of his belly. He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together. His bones strong pieces of brass; his bones like bars of iron. He the chief of the ways of God: he that made him can make his sword.
• IV. 22–28 — The shady trees cover him their shadow; the willows of the brook compass. The shady trees cover him their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, he drinketh up a river, hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. He taketh it with his eyes: nose pierceth through snares. Canst you draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord you lettest down? Canst you put an hook into his.
• V. 29–32 — Wilt you play with him as a bird? or will you bind him for your maidens?. Wilt you play with him as a bird? or will you bind him for your maidens? Shall the companions make a banquet of him? shall they part him among the merchants? Canst you fill his skin with barbed irons? or his head with fish spears? Lay your hand upon him, remember the battle, do no more.

Textual note. Job 40 comprises 32 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Moreover YHWH answered Job, and said. Moreover YHWH answered Job, and said, Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct ? he that reproveth God, let him answer it. Then Job answered YHWH, and said, Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer you? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Once have I spoken; but I will not answer: yea, twice; but I will proceed no further. Then answered YHWH to Job. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Wilt you also disannul my judgment? will you condemn me, that you mayest. Wilt you also disannul my judgment? will you condemn me, that you mayest be righteous? Hast you an arm like God? or canst you thunder with a voice like him? Deck thyself now majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty. Cast abroad the rage of your wrath: and behold every one proud, and abase him. Look on every one proud, bring him low;. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Behold now behemoth, which I made with you; he eateth grass as an ox. Behold now behemoth, which I made with you; he eateth grass as an ox. Lo now, his strength in his loins, and his force in the navel of his belly. He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together. His bones strong pieces of brass; his bones like bars of iron. He the chief of the ways of God: he that made him can make his sword. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — The shady trees cover him their shadow; the willows of the brook compass. The shady trees cover him their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, he drinketh up a river, hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. He taketh it with his eyes: nose pierceth through snares. Canst you draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord you lettest down? Canst you put an hook into his. Movement V (vv. 29-32) — Wilt you play with him as a bird? or will you bind him for your maidens?. Wilt you play with him as a bird? or will you bind him for your maidens? Shall the companions make a banquet of him? shall they part him among the merchants? Canst you fill his skin with barbed irons? or his head with fish spears? Lay your hand upon him, remember the battle, do no more. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 41 — איוב 41

Theme. Job 41 (26 verses in the MT) opens: Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not be cast down even at the sight of him? The middle of the chapter continues: In his neck remaineth strength, and sorrow is turned into joy before him. It closes: He beholdeth all high : he a king over all the children of pride.

Outline.

• I. 1–6 — Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not be cast down even at the s. Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not be cast down even at the sight of him? None fierce that dare stir him up: who then is able to stand before me? Who has prevented me, that I should repay under the whole heaven is mine. I will not conceal his parts, nor his power, nor his comely proportion. Who can discover the face of his garment? who can come.
• II. 7–12 — scales pride, shut up together a close seal. scales pride, shut up together a close seal. One is so near to another, that no air can come between them. They are joined one to another, they stick together, that they cannot be sundered. By his neesings a light does shine, and his eyes like the eyelids of the morning. Out of his mouth go burning lamps, sparks of fire leap out. Out of his nostrils goeth.
• III. 13–18 — His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth. His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth. In his neck remaineth strength, and sorrow is turned into joy before him. The flakes of his flesh are joined together: they are firm in themselves; they cannot be moved. His heart is as firm as a stone; yea, as hard as a piece of the nether . When he raiseth up himself, the mighty are afraid: by.
• IV. 19–24 — He esteemeth iron as straw, brass as rotten wood. He esteemeth iron as straw, brass as rotten wood. The arrow cannot make him flee: slingstones are turned with him into stubble. Darts are counted as stubble: he laugheth at the shaking of a spear. Sharp stones under him: he spreadeth sharp pointed things upon the mire. He maketh the deep to boil like a pot: he maketh the sea like a pot of ointment. He.
• V. 25–26 — Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear. Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear. He beholdeth all high : he a king over all the children of pride.

Textual note. Job 41 comprises 26 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not be cast down even at the s. Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not be cast down even at the sight of him? None fierce that dare stir him up: who then is able to stand before me? Who has prevented me, that I should repay under the whole heaven is mine. I will not conceal his parts, nor his power, nor his comely proportion. Who can discover the face of his garment? who can come. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — scales pride, shut up together a close seal. scales pride, shut up together a close seal. One is so near to another, that no air can come between them. They are joined one to another, they stick together, that they cannot be sundered. By his neesings a light does shine, and his eyes like the eyelids of the morning. Out of his mouth go burning lamps, sparks of fire leap out. Out of his nostrils goeth. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth. His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth. In his neck remaineth strength, and sorrow is turned into joy before him. The flakes of his flesh are joined together: they are firm in themselves; they cannot be moved. His heart is as firm as a stone; yea, as hard as a piece of the nether . When he raiseth up himself, the mighty are afraid: by. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — He esteemeth iron as straw, brass as rotten wood. He esteemeth iron as straw, brass as rotten wood. The arrow cannot make him flee: slingstones are turned with him into stubble. Darts are counted as stubble: he laugheth at the shaking of a spear. Sharp stones under him: he spreadeth sharp pointed things upon the mire. He maketh the deep to boil like a pot: he maketh the sea like a pot of ointment. He. Movement V (vv. 25-26) — Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear. Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear. He beholdeth all high : he a king over all the children of pride. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

Job 42 — איוב 42

Theme. Job 42 (17 verses in the MT) opens: Then Job answered YHWH, and said, The middle of the chapter continues: So Eliphaz the Temanite and Bildad the Shuhite Zophar the Naamathite went, and did according as YHWH commanded them: YHWH also accepted Job. It closes: So Job died, old and full of days.

Outline.

• I. 1–4 — Then Job answered YHWH, and said. Then Job answered YHWH, and said, I know that you canst do every , and no thought can be withholden from you. Who he that hideth counsel without knowledge? therefore have I uttered that I understood not; things too wonderful for me, which I knew not. Hear, I beseech you, and I will speak: I will demand of you, and declare you to me.
• II. 5–8 — I have heard of you by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth yo. I have heard of you by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth you. Wherefore I abhor , and repent in dust and ashes. And it was , that after YHWH had spoken these words to Job, YHWH said to Eliphaz the Temanite, My wrath is kindled against you, and against your two friends: for you have not spoken of me right, as my servant Job . Therefore take to.
• III. 9–12 — So Eliphaz the Temanite and Bildad the Shuhite Zophar the Naamathite wen. So Eliphaz the Temanite and Bildad the Shuhite Zophar the Naamathite went, and did according as YHWH commanded them: YHWH also accepted Job. And YHWH turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also YHWH gave Job twice as much as he had before. Then came there to him all his brethren, and all his sisters, and all they that had been of his.
• IV. 13–16 — He had also seven sons and three daughters. He had also seven sons and three daughters. And he called the name of the first, Jemima; and the name of the second, Kezia; and the name of the third, Kerenhappuch. And in all the land were no women found fair as the daughters of Job: and their father gave them inheritance among their brethren. After this lived Job an hundred and forty years, and saw his.
• V. 17 — So Job died, old and full of days. So Job died, old and full of days.

Textual note. Job 42 comprises 17 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Then Job answered YHWH, and said. Then Job answered YHWH, and said, I know that you canst do every , and no thought can be withholden from you. Who he that hideth counsel without knowledge? therefore have I uttered that I understood not; things too wonderful for me, which I knew not. Hear, I beseech you, and I will speak: I will demand of you, and declare you to me. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — I have heard of you by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth yo. I have heard of you by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth you. Wherefore I abhor , and repent in dust and ashes. And it was , that after YHWH had spoken these words to Job, YHWH said to Eliphaz the Temanite, My wrath is kindled against you, and against your two friends: for you have not spoken of me right, as my servant Job . Therefore take to. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — So Eliphaz the Temanite and Bildad the Shuhite Zophar the Naamathite wen. So Eliphaz the Temanite and Bildad the Shuhite Zophar the Naamathite went, and did according as YHWH commanded them: YHWH also accepted Job. And YHWH turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also YHWH gave Job twice as much as he had before. Then came there to him all his brethren, and all his sisters, and all they that had been of his. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — He had also seven sons and three daughters. He had also seven sons and three daughters. And he called the name of the first, Jemima; and the name of the second, Kezia; and the name of the third, Kerenhappuch. And in all the land were no women found fair as the daughters of Job: and their father gave them inheritance among their brethren. After this lived Job an hundred and forty years, and saw his. Movement V (vv. 17) — So Job died, old and full of days. So Job died, old and full of days. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.