Job 19:18 cpdv — Even the foolish have looked down on me, and, when I withdrew from them, they spoke ill of me.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Even the foolish have looked down on me, and, when I withdrew from them, they spoke ill of me. "

— Job 19:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 19 — Context

15

The inhabitants of my house and my maidservants treat me just as if I were a stranger, and I have been like a sojourner in their eyes.

16

I called my servant, and he did not respond; I pleaded with him with my own mouth.

17

My wife has shuddered at my breath, and I have begged the sons of my loins.

18

Even the foolish have looked down on me, and, when I withdrew from them, they spoke ill of me.

19

Those who were sometimes my counselors, treat me like an abomination; and he whom I valued the most has turned against me.

20

Since my flesh has been consumed, my bone adheres to my skin, and only my lips have been left around my teeth.

21

Have mercy on me, have compassion on me, at least you my friends, because the hand of the Lord has touched me.

Job 19:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 19:18 say?
Job 19:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Even the foolish have looked down on me, and, when I withdrew from them, they spoke ill of me. ”
Where is Job 19:18 in the Bible?
Job 19:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 19, verse 18.
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 19:18.
What translation should I read Job 19:18 in?
Job 19:18 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 19:18?
Job 19:18 reads (CPDV): “Even the foolish have looked down on me, and, when I withdrew from them, they spoke ill of me. ” 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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