Job 11:14 kjva — If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles."

— Job 11:14, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Job 11 — Context

11

For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider it?

12

For vain man would be wise, though man be born like a wild ass’s colt.

13

If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him;

14

If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles.

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For then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot; yea, thou shalt be stedfast, and shalt not fear:

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Because thou shalt forget thy misery, and remember it as waters that pass away:

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And thine age shall be clearer than the noonday; thou shalt shine forth, thou shalt be as the morning.

Job 11:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 11:14 say?
Job 11:14 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles.”
Where is Job 11:14 in the Bible?
Job 11:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 11, verse 14.
Who wrote Job?
Job is traditionally attributed to Anonymous; among the oldest books of the Bible. It was written Unknown; possibly c. 2000–1800 BC, with composition c. 1400–500 BC.
What is the book of Job about?
Job is the ancient story of a righteous man stripped of everything he has, and the four friends who try and fail to explain his suffering. When God finally speaks, he does not answer the "why" — he reveals himself, and Job worships from a place deeper than his pain.
What are the major themes of Job?
Job explores themes including Suffering, Sovereignty, Faith Under Trial, Wisdom, God's Majesty. These themes shape the meaning and context of Job 11:14.
What translation should I read Job 11:14 in?
Job 11:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Job 11:14?
Job 11:14 reads (KJVA): “If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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