Job 18:13 kjv — It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength.

King James Version

"It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength."

— Job 18:13, King James Version

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Job 18 — Context

10

The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.

11

Terrors shall make him afraid on every side, and shall drive him to his feet.

12

His strength shall be hungerbitten, and destruction shall be ready at his side.

13

It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength.

14

His confidence shall be rooted out of his tabernacle, and it shall bring him to the king of terrors.

15

It shall dwell in his tabernacle, because it is none of his: brimstone shall be scattered upon his habitation.

16

His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut off.

Job 18:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 18:13 say?
Job 18:13 in the King James Version reads: “It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength.”
Where is Job 18:13 in the Bible?
Job 18:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 18, verse 13.
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 18:13.
What translation should I read Job 18:13 in?
Job 18:13 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 18:13?
Job 18:13 reads (KJV): “It shall devour the strength of his skin: even the firstborn of death shall devour his strength.” 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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