He is sent away from the light into the dark; he is forced out of the world.
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He has no offspring or family among his people, and in his living-place there is no one of his name.
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At his fate those of the west are shocked, and those of the east are overcome with fear.
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Truly, these are the houses of the sinner, and this is the place of him who has no knowledge of God.
Job 18:21-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Job 18:21-1964 say?
Job 18:21-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Truly, these are the houses of the sinner, and this is the place of him who has no knowledge of God.”
Where is Job 18:21-1964 in the Bible?
Job 18:21-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 18, verses 21–1964.
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 18:21-1964.
What translation should I read Job 18:21-1964 in?
Job 18:21-1964 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 18:21-1964?
Job 18:21-1964 reads (BBE): “Truly, these are the houses of the sinner, and this is the place of him who has no knowledge of God.” 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.