Job 20:25 bbe — He is pulling it out, and it comes out of his back; and its shining point comes out of his side; he is overcome by fear…

Bible in Basic English

"He is pulling it out, and it comes out of his back; and its shining point comes out of his side; he is overcome by fears."

— Job 20:25, Bible in Basic English

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Job 20 — Context

22

Even when his wealth is great, he is full of care, for the hand of everyone who is in trouble is turned against him.

23

God gives him his desire, and sends the heat of his wrath on him, making it come down on him like rain.

24

He may go in flight from the iron spear, but the arrow from the bow of brass will go through him;

25

He is pulling it out, and it comes out of his back; and its shining point comes out of his side; he is overcome by fears.

26

All his wealth is stored up for the dark: a fire not made by man sends destruction on him, and on everything in his tent.

27

The heavens make clear his sin, and the earth gives witness against him.

28

The produce of his house is taken away into another country, like things given into the hands of others in the day of wrath.

Job 20:25 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 20:25 say?
Job 20:25 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “He is pulling it out, and it comes out of his back; and its shining point comes out of his side; he is overcome by fears.”
Where is Job 20:25 in the Bible?
Job 20:25 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 20, verse 25.
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 20:25.
What translation should I read Job 20:25 in?
Job 20:25 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 20:25?
Job 20:25 reads (BBE): “He is pulling it out, and it comes out of his back; and its shining point comes out of his side; he is overcome by fears.” 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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