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Job 16:20-1953 kjv — My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man plead…

King James Version

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My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God.

21

O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour!

22

When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return.

— Job 16:20-1953, King James Version

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Job 16:20-1953 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “My friends scoff at me: But mine eye poureth out tears unto God, That he would maintain the right of a man with God, And of a son of man with his neighbor! For when a few years are come, I shall go the way whence I shall not return. ”

  • WEB

    “My friends scoff at me. My eyes pour out tears to God, that he would maintain the right of a man with God, of a son of man with his neighbor! For when a few years are come, I shall go the way of no return.”

  • NET

    “My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; and he contends with God on behalf of man as a man pleads for his friend. For the years that lie ahead are few, and then I will go on the way of no return.”

  • DRB

    “For behold my witness is in heaven, and he that knoweth my conscience is on high. My friends are full of words: my eye poureth out tears to God. And O that a man might so be judged with God, as the son of man is judged with his companion! For behold short years pass away, and I am walking in a path by which I shall not return. ”

  • BBE

    “My friends make sport of me; to God my eyes are weeping, So that he may give decision for a man in his cause with God, and between a son of man and his neighbour. For in a short time I will take the journey from which I will not come back.”

  • KJVA

    “My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour! When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return. ”

Job 16 — Context

17

Not for any injustice in mine hands: also my prayer is pure.

18

O earth, cover not thou my blood, and let my cry have no place.

19

Also now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high.

20

My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God.

21

O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour!

22

When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return.

Job 16:20-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 16:20-1953 say?
Job 16:20-1953 in the King James Version reads: “My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour! When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return. ”
Where is Job 16:20-1953 in the Bible?
Job 16:20-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 16, verses 20–1953.
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 16:20-1953.
What translation should I read Job 16:20-1953 in?
Job 16:20-1953 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 16:20-1953?
Job 16:20-1953 reads (KJV): “My friends scorn me: but mine eye poureth out tears unto God. O that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour! When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return. ” 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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