Job 20:28 net — A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath.

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"A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath."

— Job 20:28, NET Bible

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Job 20 — Context

25

When he pulls it out and it comes out of his back, the gleaming point out of his liver, terrors come over him.

26

Total darkness waits to receive his treasures; a fire which has not been kindled will consume him and devour what is left in his tent.

27

The heavens reveal his iniquity; the earth rises up against him.

28

A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath.

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Such is the lot God allots the wicked, and the heritage of his appointment from God.”

Job 20:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 20:28 say?
Job 20:28 in the NET Bible reads: “A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath.”
Where is Job 20:28 in the Bible?
Job 20:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 20, verse 28.
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 20:28.
What translation should I read Job 20:28 in?
Job 20:28 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 20:28?
Job 20:28 reads (NET): “A flood will carry off his house, rushing waters on the day of God’s wrath.” 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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