Job 31:4
New International Version
Does he not see my ways and count my every step?

New Living Translation
Doesn’t he see everything I do and every step I take?

English Standard Version
Does not he see my ways and number all my steps?

Berean Standard Bible
Does He not see my ways and count my every step?

King James Bible
Doth not he see my ways, and count all my steps?

New King James Version
Does He not see my ways, And count all my steps?

New American Standard Bible
“Does He not see my ways, And count all my steps?

NASB 1995
“Does He not see my ways And number all my steps?

NASB 1977
“Does He not see my ways, And number all my steps?

Legacy Standard Bible
Does He not see my ways And number all my steps?

Amplified Bible
“Does not God see my ways And count all my steps?

Christian Standard Bible
Does he not see my ways and number all my steps?

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Does He not see my ways and number all my steps?

American Standard Version
Doth not he see my ways, And number all my steps?

Contemporary English Version
and he keeps a close watch on everything I do.

English Revised Version
Doth not he see my ways, and number all my steps?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Doesn't he see my ways and count all my steps?

Good News Translation
God knows everything I do; he sees every step I take.

International Standard Version
He watches my life, observing every one of my actions, does he not?"

Majority Standard Bible
Does He not see my ways and count my every step?

NET Bible
Does he not see my ways and count all my steps?

New Heart English Bible
Doesn't he see my ways, and number all my steps?

Webster's Bible Translation
Doth not he see my ways, and count all my steps?

World English Bible
Doesn’t he see my ways, and count all my steps?
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Does He not see my ways, "" And number all my steps?

Young's Literal Translation
Doth not He see my ways, And all my steps number?

Smith's Literal Translation
Will he not see my way, and number all my steps?
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Doth not he consider my ways, and number all my steps?

Catholic Public Domain Version
Does he not examine my ways and number all my steps?

New American Bible
Does he not see my ways, and number all my steps?

New Revised Standard Version
Does he not see my ways, and number all my steps?
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He sees my ways, and counts all my steps.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He sees my ways and he counts all my goings
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Doth not He see my ways, And count all my steps?

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Will he not see my way, and number all my steps?

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Job's Final Appeal
3Does not disaster come to the unjust and calamity to the workers of iniquity? 4Does He not see my ways and count my every step? 5If I have walked in falsehood or my foot has rushed to deceit,…

Cross References
Proverbs 5:21
For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths.

Psalm 139:1-3
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me. / You know when I sit and when I rise; You understand my thoughts from afar. / You search out my path and my lying down; You are aware of all my ways.

Hebrews 4:13
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.

Jeremiah 16:17
For My eyes are on all their ways. They are not hidden from My face, and their guilt is not concealed from My eyes.

Proverbs 15:3
The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good.

Psalm 33:13-15
The LORD looks down from heaven; He sees all the sons of men. / From His dwelling place He gazes on all who inhabit the earth. / He shapes the hearts of each; He considers all their works.

2 Chronicles 16:9
For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. You have acted foolishly in this matter. From now on, therefore, you will be at war.”

Psalm 11:4
The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD is on His heavenly throne. His eyes are watching closely; they examine the sons of men.

Psalm 34:15
The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their cry.

Matthew 10:30
And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.

1 Peter 3:12
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”

Psalm 44:21
would not God have discovered, since He knows the secrets of the heart?

Jeremiah 23:24
“Can a man hide in secret places where I cannot see him?” declares the LORD. “Do I not fill the heavens and the earth?” declares the LORD.

Proverbs 24:12
If you say, “Behold, we did not know about this,” does not He who weighs hearts consider it? Does not the One who guards your life know? Will He not repay a man according to his deeds?

Psalm 121:3-4
He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber. / Behold, the Protector of Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.


Treasury of Scripture

Does not he see my ways, and count all my steps?

Job 14:16
For now thou numberest my steps: dost thou not watch over my sin?

Job 34:21
For his eyes are upon the ways of man, and he seeth all his goings.

Genesis 16:13
And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?

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Job 31
1. Job makes a solemn protestation of his integrity in several duties














Does He not see
The phrase "Does He not see" emphasizes the omniscience of God. In Hebrew, the word for "see" is "רָאָה" (ra'ah), which implies not just a casual glance but a deep, penetrating insight. This reflects the belief that God is all-seeing and all-knowing, a theme that runs throughout the Bible. The rhetorical question posed by Job underscores his awareness of God's intimate knowledge of human actions and thoughts. It serves as a reminder that nothing is hidden from God, aligning with passages like Psalm 139:1-4, which speak of God's comprehensive understanding of our lives.

my ways
The term "my ways" refers to the paths or courses of action that Job takes in his life. In Hebrew, "דֶּרֶךְ" (derekh) is often used to denote a person's conduct or manner of living. This word choice suggests that Job is speaking about the entirety of his life journey, including his moral and ethical decisions. The use of "ways" in the plural form indicates the complexity and multitude of choices and actions that define a person's life. Job's assertion that God sees his ways is a testament to his belief in living a life of integrity and righteousness, knowing that God observes all.

and count
The word "count" in this context is derived from the Hebrew "סָפַר" (safar), which means to number or to take account of. This implies a meticulous and detailed observation by God, who not only sees but also evaluates and records each action. The idea of God counting suggests a level of accountability and precision in His judgment. It reassures believers that God is attentive to every detail of their lives, reinforcing the notion of divine justice and the importance of living a life that aligns with God's will.

my every step
The phrase "my every step" highlights the individual actions and decisions that make up Job's daily life. In Hebrew, "צַעַד" (tsa'ad) refers to a step or stride, symbolizing progress and movement. This imagery conveys the idea that God is aware of even the smallest actions, emphasizing His intimate involvement in the lives of His people. The notion of God counting every step serves as both a comfort and a challenge to believers, encouraging them to walk in righteousness and be mindful of their actions, knowing that each step is observed by God.

(4) Doth not he.--The "He" is emphatic, obviously meaning God. His appeal is to the All-seeing knowledge of God, whom nothing escapes, and who is judge of the hearts and reins (Psalm 7:9; Psalm 44:21; Jeremiah 17:10; Jeremiah 20:12). (Comp. Acts 25:11.)

Verse 4. - Doth not he see my ways, and count all my steps? (see above, Job 7:18-20; and below, Job 34:21. Comp. also Psalm 139:3; Proverbs 5:21; Proverbs 15:3, etc.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Does He
ה֭וּא (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

not
הֲלֹא־ (hă·lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

see
יִרְאֶ֣ה (yir·’eh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7200: To see

my ways
דְרָכָ֑י (ḏə·rā·ḵāy)
Noun - common plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

and count
יִסְפּֽוֹר׃ (yis·pō·wr)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5608: To count, recount, relate

my every
וְֽכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

step?
צְעָדַ֥י (ṣə·‘ā·ḏay)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6806: A pace, regular step


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