Job 27:8 bbe — For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?

Bible in Basic English

"For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?"

— Job 27:8, Bible in Basic English

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Job 27 — Context

Let it be far from me! I will certainly not say that you are right! I will come to death before I give up my righteousness.

I will keep it safe, and will not let it go: my heart has nothing to say against any part of my life.

Let my hater be like the evil man, and let him who comes against me be as the sinner.

For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?

Will his cry come to the ears of God when he is in trouble?

Will he take delight in the Ruler of all, and make his prayer to God at all times?

I will give you teaching about the hand of God; I will not keep secret from you what is in the mind of the Ruler of all.

Job 27:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 27:8 say?

Job 27:8 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?”

Where is Job 27:8 in the Bible?

Job 27:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 27, 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 27:8.

What translation should I read Job 27:8 in?

Job 27:8 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 27:8?

Job 27:8 reads (BBE): “For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?” 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.

Job 27:8 bbe — For what is the hope of the sinner when he is cut off, when God takes back his soul?

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