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Job 35:7 net — If you are righteous, what do you give to God, or what does he receive from your hand?

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"If you are righteous, what do you give to God, or what does he receive from your hand?"

— Job 35:7, NET Bible

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Job 35 — Context

4

I will reply to you, and to your friends with you.

5

Gaze at the heavens and see; consider the clouds, which are higher than you!

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If you sin, how does it affect God? If your transgressions are many, what does it do to him?

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If you are righteous, what do you give to God, or what does he receive from your hand?

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Your wickedness affects only a person like yourself, and your righteousness only other people.

9

“People cry out because of the excess of oppression; they cry out for help because of the power of the mighty.

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But no one says,‘Where is God, my Creator, who gives songs in the night,

Job 35:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 35:7 say?
Job 35:7 in the NET Bible reads: “If you are righteous, what do you give to God, or what does he receive from your hand?”
Where is Job 35:7 in the Bible?
Job 35:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 35, verse 7.
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 35:7.
What translation should I read Job 35:7 in?
Job 35:7 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 35:7?
Job 35:7 reads (NET): “If you are righteous, what do you give to God, or what does he receive from your hand?” 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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