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Job 38:23 cpdv — which I have prepared for the time of the enemy, for the day of the battle and the war?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"which I have prepared for the time of the enemy, for the day of the battle and the war? "

— Job 38:23, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 38 — Context

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In this way, you might lead each thing to its final place, and understand the paths of its house.

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So then, did you know when you were to be born? And did you know the number of your days?

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Have you been admitted into the storehouses of the snows, and have you gazed upon the stockpile of the brimstone,

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which I have prepared for the time of the enemy, for the day of the battle and the war?

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In what way is the light scattered, and the heat distributed, over the earth?

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Who gave a course to the rainstorms, and a path to the resounding thunder,

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so that it would rain on the earth far from man, in the wilderness where no mortal lingers,

Job 38:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Job 38:23 say?
Job 38:23 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “which I have prepared for the time of the enemy, for the day of the battle and the war? ”
Where is Job 38:23 in the Bible?
Job 38:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 38, verse 23.
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 38:23.
What translation should I read Job 38:23 in?
Job 38:23 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 38:23?
Job 38:23 reads (CPDV): “which I have prepared for the time of the enemy, for the day of the battle and the war? ” 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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