New International Version He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth; he saves them from the clutches of the powerful. New Living Translation He rescues the poor from the cutting words of the strong, and rescues them from the clutches of the powerful. English Standard Version But he saves the needy from the sword of their mouth and from the hand of the mighty. Berean Standard Bible He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth and from the clutches of the powerful. Berean Literal Bible And He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. King James Bible But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. New King James Version But He saves the needy from the sword, From the mouth of the mighty, And from their hand. New American Standard Bible “But He saves from the sword of their mouth, And the poor from the hand of the strong. NASB 1995 “But He saves from the sword of their mouth, And the poor from the hand of the mighty. NASB 1977 “But He saves from the sword of their mouth, And the poor from the hand of the mighty. Legacy Standard Bible But He saves from the sword of their mouth, And the needy from the hand of the strong. Amplified Bible “But God saves [the innocent] from the sword of the mouth of the devious, And the poor from the hand of the mighty. Berean Annotated Bible He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth and from the clutches of the powerful. Christian Standard Bible He saves the needy from their sharp words and from the clutches of the powerful. Holman Christian Standard Bible He saves the needy from their sharp words and from the clutches of the powerful. American Standard Version But he saveth from the sword of their mouth, Even the needy from the hand of the mighty. Contemporary English Version God rescues the needy from the words of the wicked and the fist of the mighty. English Revised Version But he saveth from the sword of their mouth, even the needy from the hand of the mighty. GOD'S WORD® Translation "But he saves [other people] from their slander and the needy from the power of the mighty. Good News Translation But God saves the poor from death; he saves the needy from oppression. International Standard Version So he delivers from the sword of their mouth— the poor from the power of the mighty. NET Bible So he saves from the sword that comes from their mouth, even the poor from the hand of the powerful. New Heart English Bible But he saves from the sword of their mouth, even the needy from the hand of the mighty. Webster's Bible Translation But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe saves the needy from the sword in their mouth and from the clutches of the powerful. World English Bible But he saves from the sword of their mouth, even the needy from the hand of the mighty. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe saves the needy from the sword in their mouth, "" And from a strong hand, Berean Literal Bible And He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. Young's Literal Translation And He saveth the wasted from their mouth, And from a strong hand the needy, Smith's Literal Translation And he saved the needy from the sword, from their mouth and from the band of the strong one. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut he shall save the needy from the sword of their mouth, and the poor from the hand of the violent. Catholic Public Domain Version Thereafter, he will act to save the needy from the sword of their mouth, and the poor from the hand of the violent. New American Bible But he saves the poor from the sword of their mouth, from the hand of the mighty. New Revised Standard Version But he saves the needy from the sword of their mouth, from the hand of the mighty. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut he saves their lives from the sword, and the poor from the hand of the mighty. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He saves the poor from the sword of their mouth and from the hand of the mighty OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But He saveth from the sword of their mouth, Even the needy from the hand of the mighty. Brenton Septuagint Translation and let them perish in war, and let the weak escape from the hand of the mighty. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Eliphaz Continues: God Blesses those who Seek Him…14They encounter darkness by day and grope at noon as in the night. 15He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth and from the clutches of the powerful. 16So the poor have hope, and injustice shuts its mouth.… Cross References He saves the needy Psalm 72:12-14 For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. / He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed. / He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight. Psalm 107:41 But He lifts the needy from affliction and increases their families like flocks. Psalm 113:7-8 He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the dump / to seat them with nobles, with the princes of His people. from the sword in their mouth Psalm 59:7 See what they spew from their mouths—sharp words from their lips: “For who can hear us?” Psalm 64:3-4 who sharpen their tongues like swords and aim their bitter words like arrows, / ambushing the innocent in seclusion, shooting suddenly, without fear. Proverbs 12:18 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. and from the clutches of the powerful Psalm 18:17 He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty for me. Psalm 35:10 All my bones will exclaim, “Who is like You, O LORD, who delivers the afflicted from the aggressor, the poor and needy from the robber?” Isaiah 49:25 Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children. Psalm 12:5 “For the cause of the oppressed and for the groaning of the needy, I will now arise,” says the LORD. “I will bring safety to him who yearns.” Psalm 9:9 The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Psalm 10:14 But You have regarded trouble and grief; You see to repay it by Your hand. The victim entrusts himself to You; You are the helper of the fatherless. Psalm 34:6 This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. Psalm 34:17 The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. Psalm 68:20 Our God is a God of deliverance; the Lord GOD is our rescuer from death. Isaiah 25:4 For You have been a refuge for the poor, a stronghold for the needy in distress, a refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like rain against a wall, Treasury of Scripture But he saves the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty. he saveth. Psalm 10:14,17 Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: the poor committeth himself unto thee; thou art the helper of the fatherless… Psalm 35:10 All my bones shall say, LORD, who is like unto thee, which deliverest the poor from him that is too strong for him, yea, the poor and the needy from him that spoileth him? Psalm 72:4,12,13 He shall judge the poor of the people, he shall save the children of the needy, and shall break in pieces the oppressor… Jump to Previous Clutches Fatherless Hand Keeps Mighty Mouth Needy Poor Power Powerful Safe Saves Saveth Strong Sword WastedJump to Next Clutches Fatherless Hand Keeps Mighty Mouth Needy Poor Power Powerful Safe Saves Saveth Strong Sword WastedJob 5 1. Eliphaz shows that the end of the wicked is misery;6. that man is born to trouble; 8. that God is to be regarded in affliction; 17. the happy end of God's correction. He saves the needy God sees those without wealth, influence, or defenders and acts on their behalf. Psa 72:12-14 For he will deliver the needy who cry out… from the sword in their mouth The words of oppressors can wound through threats, lies, and accusations, often leading to injustice against the weak. Psa 59:7 See what they spew from their mouths—sharp words… and from the clutches of the powerful. God can break the control of those who use strength and position to exploit others, proving that human power remains under His judgment. Psa 18:17 He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty… Persons / Places / Events 1. Job- A man of great faith and patience, who endures immense suffering and loss. The book of Job explores his trials and the conversations he has with his friends about the nature of suffering and God's justice. 2. Eliphaz the Temanite - One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him. In Job 5, Eliphaz is speaking, offering his perspective on suffering and divine justice. 3. The Needy - Refers to those who are vulnerable, oppressed, or in distress, highlighting God's concern for the marginalized. 4. The Sword in Their Mouth - A metaphor for harmful words or accusations that can wound or destroy, emphasizing the power of speech. 5. The Powerful - Those who wield authority or influence, often oppressing the weak or vulnerable. Teaching Points God's DeliveranceGod is portrayed as a savior of the needy, emphasizing His compassion and justice. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's protection and deliverance in times of distress. The Power of Words Words can be as destructive as physical weapons. Christians are called to use their speech to build up rather than tear down, reflecting God's love and truth. The Responsibility of the Powerful Those in positions of power are reminded of their responsibility to act justly and protect the vulnerable, following God's example of justice and mercy. Faith in Adversity In the face of oppression or false accusations, believers are encouraged to maintain their faith, knowing that God sees and will act on their behalf. Compassion for the Needy As God cares for the needy, Christians are called to actively support and advocate for those who are marginalized or oppressed in society. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 5:15?2. How does Job 5:15 illustrate God's protection for the "needy" today? 3. What does "saves the needy" reveal about God's character in Job 5:15? 4. How can we apply God's deliverance in Job 5:15 to our lives? 5. Connect Job 5:15 with another scripture about God's deliverance for the oppressed. 6. How can believers emulate God's care for the "needy" in Job 5:15? 7. How does Job 5:15 reflect God's protection over the vulnerable? 8. What historical context influences the message of Job 5:15? 9. How does Job 5:15 align with the theme of divine justice? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 5? (15) From the sword, from their mouth.--It is merely a matter of grammatical nicety whether we regard the sword as coming forth from their mouth, or as identical with what comes forth from it, or as the first of three things from which the poor are delivered. It is worthy of special note that the Lord is thus conceived of and represented, as the Saviour, and the Saviour of them who have no saviour. Is not this an idea confined to the circle of the sacred writings? At all events, it so abounds and predominates in them as to be pre-eminently, if not exclusively, characteristic of them.Verse 15. - But he sayeth the poor from the sword, from their mouth; rather, from the sword of their mouth; i.e. from their cruel and destructive words (Psalm 57:4; Psalm 64:3; Proverbs 12:18), which cut "like a sharp razor" (Psalm 52:2). By calumny, innuendoes, lies, fraudulent representations, and the like, the ungodly work, perhaps, more injury than by their actions. And from the hand of the mighty. God delivers the poor both from their words and from their deeds. Job 5:15 pictures a God who rescues vulnerable people on two fronts: He shields them from ruinous words and from ruthless power. Across Scripture, the same Lord consistently steps in for the poor, defends their name, and breaks the grip of those who would crush them. His salvation is comprehensive—spiritual, emotional, and physical—assuring every needy heart that the Almighty is both willing and able to save. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He savesוַיֹּ֣שַׁע (way·yō·ša‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor the needy אֶבְיֽוֹן׃ (’eḇ·yō·wn) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 34: In want, needy, poor from the sword מֵ֭חֶרֶב (mê·ḥe·reḇ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword in their mouth מִפִּיהֶ֑ם (mip·pî·hem) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to and from the clutches וּמִיַּ֖ד (ū·mî·yaḏ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3027: A hand of the powerful. חָזָ֣ק (ḥā·zāq) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2389: Strong, stout, mighty Additonal Resources Job 5:15 Blue Letter BibleJob 5:15 Bible Gateway Job 5:15 Bible.com Job 5:15 NIV |
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