Job 31:39 net — if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,

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"if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,"

— Job 31:39, NET Bible

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“If I have eaten the fruits thereof without money, or have caused the owners thereof to lose their life:”
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“if I have eaten its fruits without money, or have caused its owners to lose their life,”
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Job 31 — Context

Surely I would wear it proudly on my shoulder, I would bind it on me like a crown;

I would give him an accounting of my steps; like a prince I would approach him.

Job’s Final Solemn Oath“If my land cried out against me and all its furrows wept together,

if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,

then let thorns sprout up in place of wheat, and in place of barley, weeds!” The words of Job are ended.

Job 31:39 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 31:39 say?

Job 31:39 in the NET Bible reads: “if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,”

Where is Job 31:39 in the Bible?

Job 31:39 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 31, verse 39.

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 31:39.

What translation should I read Job 31:39 in?

Job 31:39 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 31:39?

Job 31:39 reads (NET): “if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,” 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 31:39 net — if I have eaten its produce without paying, or caused the death of its owners,

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