Job 39:10 kjv — Canst thou bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?

King James Version

"Canst thou bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?"

— Job 39:10, King James Version

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Job 39 — Context

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He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying of the driver.

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The range of the mountains is his pasture, and he searcheth after every green thing.

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Will the unicorn be willing to serve thee, or abide by thy crib?

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Canst thou bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?

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Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great? or wilt thou leave thy labour to him?

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Wilt thou believe him, that he will bring home thy seed, and gather it into thy barn?

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Gavest thou the goodly wings unto the peacocks? or wings and feathers unto the ostrich?

Job 39:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 39:10 say?
Job 39:10 in the King James Version reads: “Canst thou bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?”
Where is Job 39:10 in the Bible?
Job 39:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 39, verse 10.
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 39:10.
What translation should I read Job 39:10 in?
Job 39:10 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 39:10?
Job 39:10 reads (KJV): “Canst thou bind the unicorn with his band in the furrow? or will he harrow the valleys after thee?” 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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