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Job 17:7 kjva — Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow."

— Job 17:7, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Job 17 — Context

4

For thou hast hid their heart from understanding: therefore shalt thou not exalt them.

5

He that speaketh flattery to his friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail.

6

He hath made me also a byword of the people; and aforetime I was as a tabret.

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Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow.

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Upright men shall be astonied at this, and the innocent shall stir up himself against the hypocrite.

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The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger.

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But as for you all, do ye return, and come now: for I cannot find one wise man among you.

Job 17:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 17:7 say?
Job 17:7 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow.”
Where is Job 17:7 in the Bible?
Job 17:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 17, verse 7.
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 17:7.
What translation should I read Job 17:7 in?
Job 17:7 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 17:7?
Job 17:7 reads (KJVA): “Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow.” 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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