Job 32:21

Job 32:22 cpdv — For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away. "

— Job 32:22, Catholic Public Domain Version

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KJV
“For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing my maker would soon take me away. ”
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ASV
“For I know not to give flattering titles; Elsewould my Maker soon take me away. ”
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WEB
“For I don't know how to give flattering titles; or else my Maker would soon take me away.”
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NET
“for I do not know how to give honorary titles, if I did, my Creator would quickly do away with me.”
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DRB
“For I know not how long I shall continue, and whether after a while my Maker may take me away. ”
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BBE
“For I am not able to give names of honour to any man; and if I did, my Maker would quickly take me away.”
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KJVA
“For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing my maker would soon take me away. ”
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Job 32 — Context

Yes, my stomach is like fermenting wine without a vent, which bursts the new containers.

I should speak, but I will also breathe a little; I will open my lips, and I will answer.

I will not esteem the reputation of a man, and I will not equate God with man.

For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away.

Job 32:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 32:22 say?

Job 32:22 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away. ”

Where is Job 32:22 in the Bible?

Job 32:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 32, 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 32:22.

What translation should I read Job 32:22 in?

Job 32:22 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 32:22?

Job 32:22 reads (CPDV): “For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away. ” 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 32:22 cpdv — For I do not know how long I will continue, and whether, after a while, my Maker might take me away.

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