Job 36:19 kjva — Will he esteem thy riches? no, not gold, nor all the forces of strength.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Will he esteem thy riches? no, not gold, nor all the forces of strength."

— Job 36:19, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Job 36 — Context

16

Even so would he have removed thee out of the strait into a broad place, where there is no straitness; and that which should be set on thy table should be full of fatness.

17

But thou hast fulfilled the judgment of the wicked: judgment and justice take hold on thee.

18

Because there is wrath, beware lest he take thee away with his stroke: then a great ransom cannot deliver thee.

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Will he esteem thy riches? no, not gold, nor all the forces of strength.

20

Desire not the night, when people are cut off in their place.

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Take heed, regard not iniquity: for this hast thou chosen rather than affliction.

22

Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him?

Job 36:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 36:19 say?
Job 36:19 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Will he esteem thy riches? no, not gold, nor all the forces of strength.”
Where is Job 36:19 in the Bible?
Job 36:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 36, verse 19.
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 36:19.
What translation should I read Job 36:19 in?
Job 36:19 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 36:19?
Job 36:19 reads (KJVA): “Will he esteem thy riches? no, not gold, nor all the forces of strength.” 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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