Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then I would speak up without fear of him, but as it now stands with me, I cannot. New Living Translation Then I could speak to him without fear, but I cannot do that in my own strength. English Standard Version Then I would speak without fear of him, for I am not so in myself. Berean Standard Bible Then I would speak without fear of Him. But as it is, I am on my own. King James Bible Then would I speak, and not fear him; but it is not so with me. New King James Version Then I would speak and not fear Him, But it is not so with me. New American Standard Bible “Then I would speak and not fear Him; But I am not like that in myself. NASB 1995 “Then I would speak and not fear Him; But I am not like that in myself. NASB 1977 “Then I would speak and not fear Him; But I am not like that in myself. Legacy Standard Bible Then I would speak and not fear Him; But I am not like that in myself. Amplified Bible “Then I would speak [my defense] and not fear Him; But I am not like that in myself. Christian Standard Bible Then I would speak and not fear him. But that is not the case; I am on my own. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then I would speak and not fear Him. But that is not the case; I am on my own. American Standard Version Then would I speak, and not fear him; For I am not so in myself. Contemporary English Version Then I could speak up without fear of him, but for now, I cannot speak. English Revised Version Then would I speak, and not fear him; for I am not so in myself. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then I would speak and not be afraid of him. But I know that I am not like that. Good News Translation I am not afraid. I am going to talk because I know my own heart. International Standard Version Otherwise, I would speak without being terrified of him, because I'm not like that inside myself." Majority Standard Bible Then I would speak without fear of Him. But as it is, I am on my own. NET Bible Then would I speak and not fear him, but it is not so with me. New Heart English Bible then I would speak, and not fear him, for I am not so in myself. Webster's Bible Translation Then would I speak, and not fear him; but it is not so with me. World English Bible then I would speak, and not fear him, for I am not so in myself. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI speak, and do not fear Him, but I am not right with myself.” Young's Literal Translation I speak, and do not fear Him, But I am not right with myself. Smith's Literal Translation I will speak, and I shall not fear him; but not so am I with myself. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI will speak, and will not fear him: for I cannot answer while I am in fear. Catholic Public Domain Version I will speak and I will not fear him, for in fearfulness I am not able to respond. New American Bible that I might speak without being afraid of him. Since this is not the case with me, New Revised Standard Version then I would speak without fear of him, for I know I am not what I am thought to be. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen I would speak, and I will not be afraid of him, for I have never been against him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I would speak and I would not be afraid of him, because I have not been against him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then would I speak, and not fear Him; For I am not so with myself. Brenton Septuagint Translation so shall I not be afraid, but I will speak: for I am not thus conscious of guilt. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job: How Can I Argue with God?…34Let Him remove His rod from me, so that His terror will no longer frighten me. 35Then I would speak without fear of Him. But as it is, I am on my own. Cross References Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Hebrews 4:16 Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Romans 8:1 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Psalm 27:1 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love. Isaiah 43:1-2 But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine! / When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Matthew 11:28-30 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. Isaiah 12:2 Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” Romans 5:1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, Psalm 34:4 I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Treasury of Scripture Then would I speak, and not fear him; but it is not so with me. Jump to Previous Cause Fear Mind Right Speak StandsJump to Next Cause Fear Mind Right Speak StandsJob 9 1. Job acknowledges God's justice22. Man's innocence is not to be condemned by afflictions Then I would speak In this phrase, Job expresses a longing for a situation where he could communicate freely and openly. The Hebrew root for "speak" is "דָּבַר" (dabar), which often implies not just speaking but declaring or commanding. Job desires a dialogue where he can express his thoughts and grievances without restraint. This reflects the human yearning for a relationship with God that allows for honest and open communication, a theme that resonates throughout the Bible, emphasizing the importance of prayer and dialogue with the Divine. without fear of Him But as it is I am on my own
Hebrew Then I would speakאַֽ֭דַבְּרָה (’a·ḏab·bə·rāh) Verb - Piel - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue without וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no fear of Him. אִירָאֶ֑נּוּ (’î·rā·’en·nū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten But כִּ֥י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction as it is, לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no I אָ֝נֹכִ֗י (’ā·nō·ḵî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 595: I am on my own. עִמָּדִֽי׃ (‘im·mā·ḏî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 5978: Against, by, from, me, mine, of, that I take, unto, Links Job 9:35 NIVJob 9:35 NLT Job 9:35 ESV Job 9:35 NASB Job 9:35 KJV Job 9:35 BibleApps.com Job 9:35 Biblia Paralela Job 9:35 Chinese Bible Job 9:35 French Bible Job 9:35 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 9:35 Then I would speak and not fear (Jb) |
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