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Job 19:6 net — know then that God has wronged me and encircled me with his net.

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"know then that God has wronged me and encircled me with his net."

— Job 19:6, NET Bible

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Job 19 — Context

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These ten times you have been reproaching me; you are not ashamed to attack me!

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But even if it were true that I have erred, my error remains solely my concern!

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If indeed you would exalt yourselves above me and plead my disgrace against me,

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know then that God has wronged me and encircled me with his net.

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Job’s Abandonment and Affliction“If I cry out,‘Violence!’ I receive no answer; I cry for help, but there is no justice.

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He has blocked my way so I cannot pass, and has set darkness over my paths.

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He has stripped me of my honor and has taken the crown off my head.

Job 19:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 19:6 say?
Job 19:6 in the NET Bible reads: “know then that God has wronged me and encircled me with his net.”
Where is Job 19:6 in the Bible?
Job 19:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 19, verse 6.
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 19:6.
What translation should I read Job 19:6 in?
Job 19:6 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 19:6?
Job 19:6 reads (NET): “know then that God has wronged me and encircled me with his net.” 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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