Job 19:2 cpdv — How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words?

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"How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words? "

— Job 19:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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KJV
“How long will ye vex my soul, and break me in pieces with words?”
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ASV
“ How long will ye vex my soul, And break me in pieces with words? ”
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WEB
“"How long will you torment me, and crush me with words?”
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NET
““How long will you torment me and crush me with your words?”
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DRB
“How long do you afflict my soul, and break me in pieces with words?”
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BBE
“How long will you make my life bitter, crushing me with words?”
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KJVA
“How long will ye vex my soul, and break me in pieces with words?”
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Job 19 — Context

But Job answered by saying:

How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words?

So, ten times you confound me and are not ashamed to oppress me.

Now, of course, if I have been ignorant, my ignorance will be with me.

But you have risen up against me, and you accuse me to my disgrace.

Job 19:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 19:2 say?

Job 19:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words? ”

Where is Job 19:2 in the Bible?

Job 19:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 19, verse 2.

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 19:2.

What translation should I read Job 19:2 in?

Job 19:2 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 19:2?

Job 19:2 reads (CPDV): “How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words? ” 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.

Job 19:2 cpdv — How long will you afflict my soul and wear me down with words?

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