Job 29:22 web — After my words they didn't speak again. My speech fell on them.

World English Bible

"After my words they didn't speak again. My speech fell on them."

— Job 29:22, World English Bible

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Job 29 — Context

19

My root is spread out to the waters. The dew lies all night on my branch.

20

My glory is fresh in me. My bow is renewed in my hand.'

21

"Men listened to me, waited, and kept silence for my counsel.

22

After my words they didn't speak again. My speech fell on them.

23

They waited for me as for the rain. Their mouths drank as with the spring rain.

24

I smiled on them when they had no confidence. They didn't reject the light of my face.

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I chose out their way, and sat as chief. I lived as a king in the army, as one who comforts the mourners.

Job 29:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 29:22 say?
Job 29:22 in the World English Bible reads: “After my words they didn't speak again. My speech fell on them.”
Where is Job 29:22 in the Bible?
Job 29:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 29, verse 22.
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 29:22.
What translation should I read Job 29:22 in?
Job 29:22 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 29:22?
Job 29:22 reads (WEB): “After my words they didn't speak again. My speech fell on them.” 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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