Job 11:14 net — if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents.

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"if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents."

— Job 11:14, NET Bible

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Job 11 — Context

11

For he knows deceitful men; when he sees evil, will he not consider it?

12

But an empty man will become wise, when a wild donkey’s colt is born a human being.

13

“As for you, if you prove faithful, and if you stretch out your hands toward him,

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if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents.

15

For then you will lift up your face without blemish; you will be securely established and will not fear.

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For you will forget your trouble; you will remember it like water that has flowed away.

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And life will be brighter than the noonday; though there be darkness, it will be like the morning.

Job 11:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 11:14 say?
Job 11:14 in the NET Bible reads: “if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents.”
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 (NET): “if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents.” 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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