Job 14:18 asv — But the mountain falling cometh to nought; And the rock is removed out of its place;

American Standard Version

" But the mountain falling cometh to nought; And the rock is removed out of its place; "

— Job 14:18, American Standard Version

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Job 14 — Context

15

Thou wouldest call, and I would answer thee: Thou wouldest have a desire to the work of thy hands.

16

But now thou numberest my steps: Dost thou not watch over my sin?

17

My transgression is sealed up in a bag, And thou fastenest up mine iniquity.

18

But the mountain falling cometh to nought; And the rock is removed out of its place;

19

The waters wear the stones; The overflowings thereof wash away the dust of the earth: So thou destroyest the hope of man.

20

Thou prevailest for ever against him, and he passeth; Thou changest his countenance, and sendest him away.

21

His sons come to honor, and he knoweth it not; And they are brought low, but he perceiveth it not of them.

Job 14:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 14:18 say?
Job 14:18 in the American Standard Version reads: “ But the mountain falling cometh to nought; And the rock is removed out of its place; ”
Where is Job 14:18 in the Bible?
Job 14:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 14, verse 18.
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 14:18.
What translation should I read Job 14:18 in?
Job 14:18 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 14:18?
Job 14:18 reads (ASV): “ But the mountain falling cometh to nought; And the rock is removed out of its place; ” 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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