Job 13:20 bbe — Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:

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"Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:"

— Job 13:20, Bible in Basic English

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Job 13:20 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.”
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KJVA
“Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.”
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Job 13 — Context

Give ear with care to my words, and keep what I say in your minds.

See now, I have put my cause in order, and I am certain that I will be seen to be right.

Is any one able to take up the argument against me? If so, I would keep quiet and give up my breath.

Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:

Take your hand far away from me; and let me not be overcome by fear of you.

Then at the sound of your voice I will give answer; or let me put forward my cause for you to give me an answer.

What is the number of my evil-doings and my sins? give me knowledge of them.

Job 13:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 13:20 say?

Job 13:20 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:”

Where is Job 13:20 in the Bible?

Job 13:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 13, verse 20.

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 13:20.

What translation should I read Job 13:20 in?

Job 13:20 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 13:20?

Job 13:20 reads (BBE): “Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:” 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.

Job 13:20 bbe — Only two things do not do to me, then I will come before your face:

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Job 13 — Context

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