Job 13:19 kjv — Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.

King James Version

"Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost."

— Job 13:19, King James Version

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Job 13 — Context

16

He also shall be my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him.

17

Hear diligently my speech, and my declaration with your ears.

18

Behold now, I have ordered my cause; I know that I shall be justified.

19

Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.

20

Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

21

Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid.

22

Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.

Job 13:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 13:19 say?
Job 13:19 in the King James Version reads: “Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.”
Where is Job 13:19 in the Bible?
Job 13:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 13, verse 19.
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 13:19.
What translation should I read Job 13:19 in?
Job 13:19 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 13:19?
Job 13:19 reads (KJV): “Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up 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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