Job 30:30

Job 30:31 web — Therefore my harp has turned to mourning, and my pipe into the voice of those who weep.

World English Bible

"Therefore my harp has turned to mourning, and my pipe into the voice of those who weep."

— Job 30:31, World English Bible

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KJV
“My harp also is turned to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep. ”
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ASV
“Therefore is my harpturnedto mourning, And my pipe into the voice of them that weep. ”
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NET
“My harp is used for mourning and my flute for the sound of weeping.”
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DRB
“My harp is turned to mourning, and my organ into the voice of those that weep. ”
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BBE
“And my music has been turned to sorrow, and the sound of my pipe into the noise of weeping.”
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KJVA
“My harp also is turned to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep. ”
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Job 30 — Context

I go mourning without the sun. I stand up in the assembly, and cry for help.

I am a brother to jackals, and a companion to ostriches.

My skin grows black and peels from me. My bones are burned with heat.

Therefore my harp has turned to mourning, and my pipe into the voice of those who weep.

Job 30:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 30:31 say?

Job 30:31 in the World English Bible reads: “Therefore my harp has turned to mourning, and my pipe into the voice of those who weep.”

Where is Job 30:31 in the Bible?

Job 30:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 30, verse 31.

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 30:31.

What translation should I read Job 30:31 in?

Job 30:31 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 30:31?

Job 30:31 reads (WEB): “Therefore my harp has turned to mourning, and my pipe into the voice of those who weep.” 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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Job 30 — Context

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