Job 27:12 cpdv — Behold, you know all this, and so why do you speak vain things without a reason?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Behold, you know all this, and so why do you speak vain things without a reason? "

— Job 27:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 27 — Context

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Will God pay attention to his cry, when anguish overcomes him?

10

Or will he take delight in the Almighty and call upon God at all times?

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I will teach you through the hand of God, what the Almighty holds, and I will not conceal it.

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Behold, you know all this, and so why do you speak vain things without a reason?

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This is the portion of the impious man with God, and the inheritance of the violent, which they will receive from the Almighty.

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If his sons should happen to increase, they will be for the sword, and his grandsons will not be satisfied with bread.

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Whatever will remain of him will be buried in the ruins, and his widows will not weep.

Job 27:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 27:12 say?
Job 27:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Behold, you know all this, and so why do you speak vain things without a reason? ”
Where is Job 27:12 in the Bible?
Job 27:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 27, verse 12.
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 27:12.
What translation should I read Job 27:12 in?
Job 27:12 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 27:12?
Job 27:12 reads (CPDV): “Behold, you know all this, and so why do you speak vain things without a reason? ” 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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