Job 34:25
New International Version
Because he takes note of their deeds, he overthrows them in the night and they are crushed.

New Living Translation
He knows what they do, and in the night he overturns and destroys them.

English Standard Version
Thus, knowing their works, he overturns them in the night, and they are crushed.

Berean Standard Bible
Therefore, He recognizes their deeds; He overthrows them in the night and they are crushed.

King James Bible
Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

New King James Version
Therefore He knows their works; He overthrows them in the night, And they are crushed.

New American Standard Bible
“Therefore He knows their deeds, And He overthrows them in the night, And they are crushed.

NASB 1995
“Therefore He knows their works, And He overthrows them in the night, And they are crushed.

NASB 1977
“Therefore He knows their works, And He overthrows them in the night, And they are crushed.

Legacy Standard Bible
Therefore He recognizes their labors, And He overthrows them in the night, And they are crushed.

Amplified Bible
“Therefore He knows of their works, And He overthrows them in the night, So that they are crushed and destroyed.

Christian Standard Bible
Therefore, he recognizes their deeds and overthrows them by night, and they are crushed.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Therefore, He recognizes their deeds and overthrows them by night, and they are crushed.

American Standard Version
Therefore he taketh knowledge of their works; And he overturneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

Contemporary English Version
He knows what they are like, and he wipes them out in the middle of the night.

English Revised Version
Therefore he taketh knowledge of their works; and he overturneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He knows what they do, so he overthrows them at night, and they're crushed.

Good News Translation
Because he knows what they do; he overthrows them and crushes them by night.

International Standard Version
Thus he acknowledges their behavior, and overcomes them; when night time comes, they are crushed.

Majority Standard Bible
Therefore, He recognizes their deeds; He overthrows them in the night and they are crushed.

NET Bible
Therefore, he knows their deeds, he overthrows them in the night and they are crushed.

New Heart English Bible
Therefore he takes knowledge of their works. He overturns them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

Webster's Bible Translation
Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

World English Bible
Therefore he takes knowledge of their works. He overturns them in the night, so that they are destroyed.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Therefore He knows their works, "" And He has overturned by night, "" And they are bruised.

Young's Literal Translation
Therefore He knoweth their works, And He hath overturned by night, And they are bruised.

Smith's Literal Translation
For this he will know their work, and he turned the night, and they will be crushed.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For he knoweth their works : and therefore he shall bring night on them, and they shall be destroyed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
For he knows their works, and, as a result, he will bring the night, and they will be crushed.

New American Bible
Thus he discerns their works; overnight they are crushed.

New Revised Standard Version
Thus, knowing their works, he overturns them in the night, and they are crushed.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Therefore he knows them by their works, and he overturns them in the night.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Because of this, he shall know them from their works, and he shall turn them away into the night
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Therefore He taketh knowledge of their works; And He overturneth them in the night, so that they are crushed.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Who discovers their works, and will bring night about upon them, and they shall be brought low.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Elihu Confirms God's Justice
24He shatters the mighty without inquiry and sets up others in their place. 25Therefore, He recognizes their deeds; He overthrows them in the night and they are crushed. 26He strikes them for their wickedness in full view,…

Cross References
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.

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

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.

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 139:1-4
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. ...

Isaiah 29:15
Woe to those who dig deep to hide their plans from the LORD. In darkness they do their works and say, “Who sees us, and who will know?”

Matthew 10:26
So do not be afraid of them. For there is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known.

Daniel 2:22
He reveals the deep and hidden things; He knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with Him.

1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

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.

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.

Luke 12:2-3
There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known. / What you have spoken in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the housetops.

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

Romans 2:16
on the day when God will judge men’s secrets through Christ Jesus, as proclaimed by my gospel.


Treasury of Scripture

Therefore he knows their works, and he overturns them in the night, so that they are destroyed.

he knoweth

Psalm 33:15
He fashioneth their hearts alike; he considereth all their works.

Isaiah 66:18
For I know their works and their thoughts: it shall come, that I will gather all nations and tongues; and they shall come, and see my glory.

Hosea 7:2
And they consider not in their hearts that I remember all their wickedness: now their own doings have beset them about; they are before my face.

in the

Job 34:20
In a moment shall they die, and the people shall be troubled at midnight, and pass away: and the mighty shall be taken away without hand.

Song of Solomon 3:8
They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.

Isaiah 15:1
The burden of Moab. Because in the night Ar of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence; because in the night Kir of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence;

destroyed.

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Job 34
1. Elihu accuses Job for charging God with injustice
10. God omnipotent cannot be unjust
31. Man must humble himself unto God
34. Elihu reproves Job














Therefore He knows
The phrase "Therefore He knows" underscores the omniscience of God. The Hebrew root for "knows" is "יָדַע" (yada), which implies an intimate, comprehensive understanding. In the context of Job, this highlights God's awareness of human actions and intentions. This knowledge is not superficial but penetrates to the core of human behavior, affirming that nothing is hidden from God. This serves as a reminder of the divine attribute of omniscience, which is a cornerstone of conservative Christian theology, emphasizing that God is fully aware of all circumstances and actions.

their deeds
The term "deeds" refers to the actions and behaviors of individuals. In Hebrew, the word "מַעֲשֶׂה" (ma'aseh) is used, which encompasses not only physical actions but also the moral and ethical dimensions of those actions. This highlights the biblical principle that God evaluates not just the outward actions but the intentions and righteousness behind them. In the context of Job, it serves as a reminder that God is just and will hold individuals accountable for their actions, aligning with the conservative Christian belief in divine justice and moral accountability.

He overthrows them
The phrase "He overthrows them" indicates God's active role in bringing judgment. The Hebrew root "הָפַךְ" (haphak) means to overturn or to bring to ruin. This reflects the biblical theme of divine retribution, where God intervenes in human affairs to correct wrongs and administer justice. In the narrative of Job, it serves as a warning that those who act wickedly will face consequences, reinforcing the conservative Christian view of God's sovereignty and justice.

in the night
The mention of "in the night" suggests an element of suddenness and unexpectedness in God's actions. Nighttime in biblical literature often symbolizes a time of vulnerability and lack of awareness. This phrase implies that God's judgment can come at any time, often when least expected. It serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of divine intervention and the importance of living righteously at all times, aligning with the conservative Christian emphasis on vigilance and preparedness for God's judgment.

and they are crushed
The phrase "and they are crushed" conveys the finality and severity of God's judgment. The Hebrew word "דָּכָא" (daka) means to break or to shatter, indicating complete destruction. This reflects the biblical theme of the ultimate downfall of the wicked. In the context of Job, it serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of sin and the power of God to execute justice. This aligns with the conservative Christian belief in the reality of divine judgment and the ultimate triumph of God's righteousness over evil.

(25) Therefore.--We should expect because rather; but the writer, believing in God's justice, infers that since God acts thus He knoweth the works of man, and has grounds for acting as He acts.

Verse 25. - Therefore (i.e. to that end or with that object in view) he knoweth (rather, taketh knowledge of) their works. As God governs the world, and governs it, to a large extent, by exalting some men and depressing others, he is bound to take strict account of their conduct, that he may exalt the worthy and depress the unworthy. And he overturneth them in the night (comp. ver. 20). So that they are destroyed; literally, crushed. God's judgments fall on men suddenly, either "in the night," or as "In the night, i.e. suddenly, unexpectedly, when they are quite unprepared; and fall on them with "crushing" force, with a might that is wholly irresistible,

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Therefore,
לָכֵ֗ן (lā·ḵên)
Adverb
Strong's 3651: So -- thus

He recognizes
יַ֭כִּיר (yak·kîr)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5234: To regard, recognize

their deeds;
מַעְבָּֽדֵיהֶ֑ם (ma‘·bā·ḏê·hem)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4566: An act

He overthrows [them]
וְהָ֥פַךְ (wə·hā·p̄aḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2015: To turn about, over, to change, overturn, return, pervert

in the night
לַ֝֗יְלָה (lay·lāh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3915: A twist, night, adversity

and they are crushed.
וְיִדַּכָּֽאוּ׃ (wə·yid·dak·kā·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1792: To crumble, to bruise


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