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Job 22:8 cpdv — By the strength of your arm, you took possession of the land, and you retain it by being the strongest.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"By the strength of your arm, you took possession of the land, and you retain it by being the strongest. "

— Job 22:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 22 — Context

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and not because of your many evil deeds and your infinite unfairness?

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For you have taken away the collateral of your brothers without cause, and stripped them naked of their clothing.

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You have not given water to the weary; you have taken bread away from the hungry.

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By the strength of your arm, you took possession of the land, and you retain it by being the strongest.

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You have sent widows away empty, and you have crushed the shoulders of orphans.

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Because of this, you are surrounded by traps, and unexpected fears will disturb you.

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And did you think that you would not see darkness and that you were not to be overwhelmed by the onrush of overflowing waters?

Job 22:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 22:8 say?
Job 22:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “By the strength of your arm, you took possession of the land, and you retain it by being the strongest. ”
Where is Job 22:8 in the Bible?
Job 22:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 22, verse 8.
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 22:8.
What translation should I read Job 22:8 in?
Job 22:8 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 22:8?
Job 22:8 reads (CPDV): “By the strength of your arm, you took possession of the land, and you retain it by being the strongest. ” 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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