Job 31:21 nasb — If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,

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"If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,"

— Job 31:21, NASB

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Job 31:21 in Other Translations

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KJV
“If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, when I saw my help in the gate:”
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ASV
“If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, Because I saw my help in the gate: ”
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WEB
“if I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, because I saw my help in the gate,”
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NET
“if I have raised my hand to vote against the orphan, when I saw my support in the court,”
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DRB
“If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, even when I saw myself superior in the gate:”
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BBE
“If my hand had been lifted up against him who had done no wrong, when I saw that I was supported by the judges;”
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KJVA
“If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, when I saw my help in the gate:”
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Job 31 — Context

(But from my youth he grew up with me as with a father, And from infancy I guided her),

If I have seen anyone perish for lack of clothing, Or that the needy had no covering,

If his loins have not thanked me, And if he has not been warmed with the fleece of my sheep,

If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,

Let my shoulder fall from the socket, And my arm be broken off at the elbow.

"For calamity from God is a terror to me, And because of His majesty I can do nothing.

"If I have put my confidence in gold, And called fine gold my trust,

Job 31:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 31:21 say?

Job 31:21 in the NASB reads: “If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,”

Where is Job 31:21 in the Bible?

Job 31:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 31, verse 21.

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 31:21.

What translation should I read Job 31:21 in?

Job 31:21 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 31:21?

Job 31:21 reads (NASB): “If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,” 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 31:21 nasb — If I have lifted up my hand against the orphan, Because I saw I had support in the gate,

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