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Job 11:9-1953 kjv — The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together,…

King James Version

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The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea.

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If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him?

11

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

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

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

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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.

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And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety.

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Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee.

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But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope shall be as the giving up of the ghost.

— Job 11:9-1953, King James Version

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  • WEB

    “Its measure is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he passes by, or confines, or convenes a court, then who can oppose him? For he knows false men. He sees iniquity also, even though he doesn't consider it. An empty-headed man becomes wise when a man is born as a wild donkey's colt. "If you set your heart aright, stretch out your hands toward him. If iniquity is in your hand, put it far away. Don't let unrighteousness dwell in your tents. Surely then you shall lift up your face without spot; Yes, you shall be steadfast, and shall not fear: for you shall forget your misery. You shall remember it as waters that are passed away. Life shall be clearer than the noonday. Though there is darkness, it shall be as the morning. You shall be secure, because there is hope. Yes, you shall search, and shall take your rest in safety. Also you shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid. Yes, many shall court your favor. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail. They shall have no way to flee. Their hope shall be the giving up of the spirit."”

  • NET

    “Its measure is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he comes by and confines you and convenes a court, then who can prevent him? For he knows deceitful men; when he sees evil, will he not consider it? But an empty man will become wise, when a wild donkey’s colt is born a human being. “As for you, if you prove faithful, and if you stretch out your hands toward him, if iniquity is in your hand– put it far away, and do not let evil reside in your tents. For then you will lift up your face without blemish; you will be securely established and will not fear. For you will forget your trouble; you will remember it like water that has flowed away. And life will be brighter than the noonday; though there be darkness, it will be like the morning. And you will be secure, because there is hope; you will be protected and will take your rest in safety. You will lie down with no one to make you afraid, and many will seek your favor. But the eyes of the wicked fail, and escape eludes them; their one hope is to breathe their last.””

Job 11 — Context

6

And that he would shew thee the secrets of wisdom, that they are double to that which is! Know therefore that God exacteth of thee less than thine iniquity deserveth.

7

Canst thou by searching find out God? canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection?

8

It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do? deeper than hell; what canst thou know?

9

The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea.

10

If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him?

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.

15

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

16

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

17

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

18

And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety.

19

Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee.

20

But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope shall be as the giving up of the ghost.

Job 11:9-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 11:9-1953 say?
Job 11:9-1953 in the King James Version reads: “The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him? For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider it? For vain man would be wise, though man be born like a wild ass’s colt. If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him; If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles. For then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot; yea, thou shalt be stedfast, and shalt not fear: Because thou shalt forget thy misery, and remember it as waters that pass away: And thine age shall be clearer than the noonday; thou shalt shine forth, thou shalt be as the morning. And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety. Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope shall be as the giving up of the ghost. ”
Where is Job 11:9-1953 in the Bible?
Job 11:9-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 11, verses 9–1953.
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 11:9-1953.
What translation should I read Job 11:9-1953 in?
Job 11:9-1953 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 11:9-1953?
Job 11:9-1953 reads (KJV): “The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea. If he cut off, and shut up, or gather together, then who can hinder him? For he knoweth vain men: he seeth wickedness also; will he not then consider it? For vain man would be wise, though man be born like a wild ass’s colt. If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him; If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles. For then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot; yea, thou shalt be stedfast, and shalt not fear: Because thou shalt forget thy misery, and remember it as waters that pass away: And thine age shall be clearer than the noonday; thou shalt shine forth, thou shalt be as the morning. And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety. Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, and they shall not escape, and their hope shall be as the giving up of the ghost. ” 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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