Job 29:20
New International Version
My glory will not fade; the bow will be ever new in my hand.’

New Living Translation
New honors are constantly bestowed on me, and my strength is continually renewed.’

English Standard Version
my glory fresh with me, and my bow ever new in my hand.’

Berean Standard Bible
My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’

King James Bible
My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand.

New King James Version
My glory is fresh within me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’

New American Standard Bible
‘My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’

NASB 1995
My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’

NASB 1977
‘My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’

Legacy Standard Bible
My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’

Amplified Bible
‘My glory and honor are fresh in me [being constantly renewed], And my bow gains [ever] new strength in my hand.’

Christian Standard Bible
My whole being will be refreshed within me, and my bow will be renewed in my hand.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
My strength will be refreshed within me, and my bow will be renewed in my hand.

American Standard Version
My glory is fresh in me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.

Contemporary English Version
or like an archer's new bow.

English Revised Version
My glory is fresh in me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
My power will be fresh [every day], and the bow in my hand will remain new.'

Good News Translation
Everyone was always praising me, and my strength never failed me.

International Standard Version
My glory renews for me and my bow is as good as new in my hand.'

Majority Standard Bible
My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.?

NET Bible
My glory will always be fresh in me, and my bow ever new in my hand.'

New Heart English Bible
My glory is fresh in me. My bow is renewed in my hand.'

Webster's Bible Translation
My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand.

World English Bible
My glory is fresh in me. My bow is renewed in my hand.’
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
My glory [is] fresh with me, "" And my bow is renewed in my hand.

Young's Literal Translation
My honour is fresh with me, And my bow in my hand is renewed.

Smith's Literal Translation
My glory new with me, and my bow will be changed in my hand.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
My glory shall always be renewed, and my bow in my hand shall be repaired.

Catholic Public Domain Version
My glory will always be restored, and my bow will be restored to my hand.”

New American Bible
My glory is fresh within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand!”

New Revised Standard Version
my glory was fresh with me, and my bow ever new in my hand.’
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I shall take my bow with me, and renew it in my hand.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
It was held with me, also my bow is renewed in my hands
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
My glory shall be fresh in me, And my bow shall be renewed in my hand.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
My glory was fresh in me, and by bow prospered in his hand.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Job's Former Blessings
19My roots will spread out to the waters, and the dew will rest nightly on my branches. 20My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’ 21Men listened to me with expectation, waiting silently for my counsel.…

Cross References
Psalm 92:10
But You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; with fine oil I have been anointed.

Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

Psalm 103:5
who satisfies you with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

Proverbs 16:31
Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness.

Isaiah 58:11
The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.

2 Corinthians 4:16
Therefore we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, yet our inner self is being renewed day by day.

Psalm 1:3
He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.

Isaiah 61:3
to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.

1 Peter 5:4
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

2 Timothy 4:8
From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing.

Psalm 92:14
In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain,

Proverbs 4:18
The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday.

1 Corinthians 9:25
Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable.

2 Corinthians 3:18
And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.

Psalm 23:5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.


Treasury of Scripture

My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand.

glory

Job 29:14
I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment was as a robe and a diadem.

Job 19:9
He hath stripped me of my glory, and taken the crown from my head.

Genesis 45:13
And ye shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that ye have seen; and ye shall haste and bring down my father hither.

fresh.

Genesis 49:24
But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from thence is the shepherd, the stone of Israel:)

renewed.

Psalm 103:5
Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.

Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

2 Corinthians 4:16
For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.

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Job 29
1. Job bemoans his former prosperity














My glory
The Hebrew word for "glory" here is "כָּבוֹד" (kavod), which often signifies weightiness, honor, or splendor. In the context of Job's life, "glory" refers to the honor and respect he once held in his community. Historically, Job was a man of great influence and integrity, respected by all who knew him. This phrase reflects Job's longing for the days when his reputation and standing were unblemished and revered. In a spiritual sense, it can also symbolize the inner dignity and worth bestowed by God upon His faithful servants.

is ever new
The phrase "is ever new" suggests a continual renewal or freshness. The Hebrew root "חָדָשׁ" (chadash) means to renew or restore. This reflects Job's desire for a restoration of his former state of honor and vitality. In a broader theological context, it echoes the biblical theme of renewal and transformation, where God promises to renew the strength and spirit of those who trust in Him, as seen in Isaiah 40:31.

within me
The phrase "within me" indicates an internal, personal experience of renewal. It suggests that true glory and strength are not merely external but are deeply rooted in one's inner being. This internal renewal is a work of God, who transforms the heart and spirit of His people. It emphasizes the importance of inner character and spiritual vitality over outward appearances.

and my bow
The "bow" is a symbol of strength and readiness for battle. In ancient times, a bow was a crucial weapon for defense and warfare. The Hebrew word "קֶשֶׁת" (qeshet) signifies not only physical strength but also the preparedness and capability to face challenges. For Job, the bow represents his ability to confront life's adversities with courage and resilience.

is renewed
The word "renewed" comes from the same Hebrew root "חָדָשׁ" (chadash) as "is ever new," reinforcing the theme of restoration and rejuvenation. It implies that Job's strength and capacity to overcome difficulties are being restored. This renewal is a divine act, suggesting that God is the source of strength and renewal for those who remain faithful.

in my hand
The phrase "in my hand" signifies personal possession and control. It indicates that Job's strength and readiness are not distant or abstract but are directly accessible and usable by him. This reflects the biblical principle that God equips His people with the tools and strength they need to fulfill their calling and face life's challenges. It underscores the personal empowerment that comes from a relationship with God, who renews and strengthens His people for His purposes.

Verse 20. - My glory was fresh in me; i.e. "my glory remained fresh" - received no tarnish, continued as bright as it had been at the first. And my bow was renewed in my hand. My strength did not fail. When it seemed on the point of failing, it was secretly and mysteriously "renewed." Some commentators regard vers. 19 and 20 as a portion of the speech begun in ver. 18, and view the verbs, not as past tenses, but as futures (compare the translation of the Revised Version). The general meaning is much the same, whichever of the two views we take.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
My glory
כְּ֭בוֹדִי (kə·ḇō·w·ḏî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness

is [ever] new
חָדָ֣שׁ (ḥā·ḏāš)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2319: New

within me,
עִמָּדִ֑י (‘im·mā·ḏî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 5978: Against, by, from, me, mine, of, that I take, unto,

and my bow
וְ֝קַשְׁתִּ֗י (wə·qaš·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 7198: A bow, for, shooting, the iris

is renewed
תַחֲלִֽיף׃ (ṯa·ḥă·lîp̄)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 2498: To slide by, to hasten away, pass on, spring up, pierce, change

in my hand.
בְּיָדִ֥י (bə·yā·ḏî)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3027: A hand


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