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Job 33:3 bbe — My heart is overflowing with knowledge, my lips say what is true.

Bible in Basic English

"My heart is overflowing with knowledge, my lips say what is true."

— Job 33:3, Bible in Basic English

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Job 33 — Context

1

And now, O Job, give ear to my words, and take note of all I say.

2

See, now my mouth is open, my tongue gives out words.

3

My heart is overflowing with knowledge, my lips say what is true.

4

The spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Ruler of all gives me life.

5

If you are able, give me an answer; put your cause in order, and come forward.

6

See, I am the same as you are in the eyes of God; I was cut off from the same bit of wet earth.

Job 33:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 33:3 say?
Job 33:3 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “My heart is overflowing with knowledge, my lips say what is true.”
Where is Job 33:3 in the Bible?
Job 33:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 33, verse 3.
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 33:3.
What translation should I read Job 33:3 in?
Job 33:3 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 33:3?
Job 33:3 reads (BBE): “My heart is overflowing with knowledge, my lips say what is true.” 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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