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Job 14:2 nasb — "Like a flower he comes forth and withers. He also flees like a shadow and does not remain.

NASB

""Like a flower he comes forth and withers. He also flees like a shadow and does not remain."

— Job 14:2, NASB

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Job 14 — Context

1

"Man, who is born of woman, Is short-lived and full of turmoil.

2

"Like a flower he comes forth and withers. He also flees like a shadow and does not remain.

3

"You also open Your eyes on him And bring him into judgment with Yourself.

4

"Who can make the clean out of the unclean? No one!

5

"Since his days are determined, The number of his months is with You; And his limits You have set so that he cannot pass.

Job 14:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 14:2 say?
Job 14:2 in the NASB reads: “"Like a flower he comes forth and withers. He also flees like a shadow and does not remain.”
Where is Job 14:2 in the Bible?
Job 14:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 14, verse 2.
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 14:2.
What translation should I read Job 14:2 in?
Job 14:2 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 14:2?
Job 14:2 reads (NASB): “"Like a flower he comes forth and withers. He also flees like a shadow and does not remain.” 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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