Job 34:18 cpdv — He says to the king, “You are an apostate.” He calls commanders impious.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"He says to the king, “You are an apostate.” He calls commanders impious. "

— Job 34:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 34 — Context

15

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

16

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

17

Is he that does not love judgment able to be corrected? And how can you so greatly condemn him who is just?

18

He says to the king, “You are an apostate.” He calls commanders impious.

19

He does not accept the reputation of leaders; nor does he recognize the tyrant as he contends against the poor. For all are the work of his hands.

20

They will die suddenly, and the people will be troubled in the middle of the night, but they will pass through it, and the violent will be taken away without a hand.

21

For his eyes are upon the ways of men, and he examines all of their steps.

Job 34:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 34:18 say?
Job 34:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “He says to the king, “You are an apostate.” He calls commanders impious. ”
Where is Job 34:18 in the Bible?
Job 34:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 34, verse 18.
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 34:18.
What translation should I read Job 34:18 in?
Job 34:18 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 34:18?
Job 34:18 reads (CPDV): “He says to the king, “You are an apostate.” He calls commanders impious. ” 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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