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Job 36:5 nasb — "Behold, God is mighty but does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding.

NASB

""Behold, God is mighty but does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding."

— Job 36:5, NASB

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Job 36 — Context

2

"Wait for me a little, and I will show you That there is yet more to be said in God's behalf.

3

"I will fetch my knowledge from afar, And I will ascribe righteousness to my Maker.

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"For truly my words are not false; One who is perfect in knowledge is with you.

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"Behold, God is mighty but does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding.

6

"He does not keep the wicked alive, But gives justice to the afflicted.

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"He does not withdraw His eyes from the righteous; But with kings on the throne He has seated them forever, and they are exalted.

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"And if they are bound in fetters, And are caught in the cords of affliction,

Job 36:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 36:5 say?
Job 36:5 in the NASB reads: “"Behold, God is mighty but does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding.”
Where is Job 36:5 in the Bible?
Job 36:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 36, verse 5.
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 36:5.
What translation should I read Job 36:5 in?
Job 36:5 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 36:5?
Job 36:5 reads (NASB): “"Behold, God is mighty but does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding.” 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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