Job 31:26 kjv — If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking in brightness;

King James Version

"If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking in brightness;"

— Job 31:26, King James Version

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Job 31 — Context

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For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure.

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If I have made gold my hope, or have said to the fine gold, Thou art my confidence;

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If I rejoiced because my wealth was great, and because mine hand had gotten much;

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If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking in brightness;

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And my heart hath been secretly enticed, or my mouth hath kissed my hand:

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This also were an iniquity to be punished by the judge: for I should have denied the God that is above.

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If I rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, or lifted up myself when evil found him:

Job 31:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 31:26 say?
Job 31:26 in the King James Version reads: “If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking in brightness;”
Where is Job 31:26 in the Bible?
Job 31:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 31, verse 26.
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 31:26.
What translation should I read Job 31:26 in?
Job 31:26 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 31:26?
Job 31:26 reads (KJV): “If I beheld the sun when it shined, or the moon walking in brightness;” 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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