Job 20:23 asv — When he is about to fill his belly, Godwill cast the fierceness of his wrath upon him, And will rain it upon him while…

American Standard Version

"When he is about to fill his belly, Godwill cast the fierceness of his wrath upon him, And will rain it upon him while he is eating. "

— Job 20:23, American Standard Version

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Job 20 — Context

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Because he knew no quietness within him, He shall not save aught of that wherein he delighteth.

21

There was nothing left that he devoured not; Therefore his prosperity shall not endure.

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In the fulness of his sufficiency he shall be in straits: The hand of every one that is in misery shall come upon him.

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When he is about to fill his belly, Godwill cast the fierceness of his wrath upon him, And will rain it upon him while he is eating.

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He shall flee from the iron weapon, And the bow of brass shall strike him through.

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He draweth it forth, and it cometh out of his body; Yea, the glittering point cometh out of his gall: Terrors are upon him.

26

All darkness is laid up for his treasures: A fire not blown by man shall devour him; It shall consume that which is left in his tent.

Job 20:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 20:23 say?
Job 20:23 in the American Standard Version reads: “When he is about to fill his belly, Godwill cast the fierceness of his wrath upon him, And will rain it upon him while he is eating. ”
Where is Job 20:23 in the Bible?
Job 20:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 20, verse 23.
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 20:23.
What translation should I read Job 20:23 in?
Job 20:23 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 20:23?
Job 20:23 reads (ASV): “When he is about to fill his belly, Godwill cast the fierceness of his wrath upon him, And will rain it upon him while he is eating. ” 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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