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Job 4:1 asv — Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said,

American Standard Version

"Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, "

— Job 4:1, American Standard Version

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Job 4 — Context

1

Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said,

2

If one assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved? But who can withhold himself from speaking?

3

Behold, thou hast instructed many, And thou hast strengthened the weak hands.

4

Thy words have upholden him that was falling, And thou hast made firm the feeble knees.

Job 4:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 4:1 say?
Job 4:1 in the American Standard Version reads: “Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, ”
Where is Job 4:1 in the Bible?
Job 4:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 4, verse 1.
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 4:1.
What translation should I read Job 4:1 in?
Job 4:1 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 4:1?
Job 4:1 reads (ASV): “Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said, ” 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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