Job 37:20 cpdv — Who will explain to him the things that I am saying? Even while a man is still speaking, he will be devoured.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Who will explain to him the things that I am saying? Even while a man is still speaking, he will be devoured."

— Job 37:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 37 — Context

17

Are not your garments hot, when the south wind blows across the land?

18

Perhaps you have made the heavens with him, which are very solid, as if they had been cast from brass.

19

Reveal to us what we should say to him, for, of course, we are wrapped in darkness.

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Who will explain to him the things that I am saying? Even while a man is still speaking, he will be devoured.

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Although they do not see the light, the air will be thickened suddenly into clouds, and the wind, passing by, will drive them away.

22

Riches arrive from the north, and fearful praise reaches out to God.

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We are not worthy to be able to find him. Great in strength, great in judgment, great in justice: he is indescribable.

Job 37:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 37:20 say?
Job 37:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Who will explain to him the things that I am saying? Even while a man is still speaking, he will be devoured.”
Where is Job 37:20 in the Bible?
Job 37:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 37, verse 20.
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 37:20.
What translation should I read Job 37:20 in?
Job 37:20 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 37:20?
Job 37:20 reads (CPDV): “Who will explain to him the things that I am saying? Even while a man is still speaking, he will be devoured.” 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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