Such things have frequently come to my ears: you are comforters who only give trouble.
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May words which are like the wind be stopped? or what is troubling you to make answer to them?
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It would not be hard for me to say such things if your souls were in my soul's place; joining words together against you, and shaking my head at you:
Job 16:1 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Job 16:1 say?
Job 16:1 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And Job made answer and said,”
Where is Job 16:1 in the Bible?
Job 16:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 16, verse 1.
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 16:1.
What translation should I read Job 16:1 in?
Job 16:1 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 16:1?
Job 16:1 reads (BBE): “And Job made answer and said,” 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.