Job 34:13 cpdv — What other is established over the earth? Or whom has he placed over the world, which he made?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"What other is established over the earth? Or whom has he placed over the world, which he made? "

— Job 34:13, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 34 — Context

10

Therefore, prudent men, hear me: impiety is far from God, and iniquity is far from the Almighty.

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For he will restore to man his works, and according to the ways of each, he will repay them.

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For truly, God will not condemn in vain, nor will the Almighty repudiate judgment.

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What other is established over the earth? Or whom has he placed over the world, which he made?

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But, if he directs his heart towards him, he will draw his spirit and breath to himself.

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All flesh will fail together, and man will return to ashes.

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Therefore, if you have understanding, hear what is said, and heed the sound of my eloquence.

Job 34:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 34:13 say?
Job 34:13 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “What other is established over the earth? Or whom has he placed over the world, which he made? ”
Where is Job 34:13 in the Bible?
Job 34:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 34, verse 13.
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 34:13.
What translation should I read Job 34:13 in?
Job 34:13 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 34:13?
Job 34:13 reads (CPDV): “What other is established over the earth? Or whom has he placed over the world, which he made? ” 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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