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Job 20:27-1953 kjv — The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart,…

King James Version

27

The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him.

28

The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath.

29

This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God.

— Job 20:27-1953, King James Version

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Job 20:27-1953 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “The heavens shall reveal his iniquity, And the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart; His goodsshall flow away in the day of his wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, And the heritage appointed unto him by God. ”

  • WEB

    “The heavens shall reveal his iniquity. The earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart. They shall rush away in the day of his wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, the heritage appointed to him by God."”

  • NET

    “The heavens reveal his iniquity; the earth rises up against him. A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath. Such is the lot God allots the wicked, and the heritage of his appointment from God.””

  • DRB

    “The heavens shall reveal his iniquity, and the earth shall rise up against him. The offspring of his house shall be exposed, he shall be pulled down in the day of God's wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the inheritance of his doings from the Lord. ”

  • BBE

    “The heavens make clear his sin, and the earth gives witness against him. The produce of his house is taken away into another country, like things given into the hands of others in the day of wrath. This is the reward of the evil man, and the heritage given to him by God.”

  • KJVA

    “The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God. ”

Job 20 — Context

24

He shall flee from the iron weapon, and the bow of steel shall strike him through.

25

It is drawn, and cometh out of the body; yea, the glittering sword cometh out of his gall: terrors are upon him.

26

All darkness shall be hid in his secret places: a fire not blown shall consume him; it shall go ill with him that is left in his tabernacle.

27

The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him.

28

The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath.

29

This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God.

Job 20:27-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 20:27-1953 say?
Job 20:27-1953 in the King James Version reads: “The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God. ”
Where is Job 20:27-1953 in the Bible?
Job 20:27-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 20, verses 27–1953.
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 20:27-1953.
What translation should I read Job 20:27-1953 in?
Job 20:27-1953 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 20:27-1953?
Job 20:27-1953 reads (KJV): “The heaven shall reveal his iniquity; and the earth shall rise up against him. The increase of his house shall depart, and his goods shall flow away in the day of his wrath. This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God. ” 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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