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Job 40:20-1953 kjv — Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play. He lieth under the shady trees, in t…

King James Version

20

Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play.

21

He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens.

22

The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about.

23

Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth.

24

He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares.

— Job 40:20-1953, King James Version

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Job 40:20-1953 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “Surely the mountains bring him forth food, Where all the beasts of the field do play. He lieth under the lotus-trees, In the covert of the reed, and the fen. The lotus-trees cover him with their shade; The willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, if a river overflow, he trembleth not; He is confident, though a Jordan swell even to his mouth. Shall any take him when he is on the watch, Or pierce through his nose with a snare? ”

  • WEB

    “Surely the mountains produce food for him, where all the animals of the field play. He lies under the lotus trees, in the covert of the reed, and the marsh. The lotuses cover him with their shade. The willows of the brook surround him. Behold, if a river overflows, he doesn't tremble. He is confident, though the Jordan swells even to his mouth. Shall any take him when he is on the watch, or pierce through his nose with a snare?”

  • NET

    “For the hills bring it food, where all the wild animals play. Under the lotus trees it lies, in the secrecy of the reeds and the marsh. The lotus trees conceal it in their shadow; the poplars by the stream conceal it. If the river rages, it is not disturbed, it is secure, though the Jordan should surge up to its mouth. Can anyone catch it by its eyes, or pierce its nose with a snare?”

  • DRB

    “Canst thou draw out the leviathan with a hook, or canst thou tie his tongue with a cord? Canst thou put a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with a buckle? Will he make many supplications to thee, or speak soft words to thee? Will he make a covenant with thee, and wilt thou take him to be a servant for ever? Shalt thou play with him as with a bird, or tie him up for thy handmaids? Shall friends cut him in pieces, shall merchants divide him? Wilt thou fill nets with his skin, and the cabins of fishes with his head? Lay thy hand upon him: remember the battle, and speak no more. Behold his hope shall fail him, and in the sight of all he shall be cast down. ”

  • BBE

    “He takes the produce of the mountains, where all the beasts of the field are at play. He takes his rest under the trees of the river, and in the pool, under the shade of the water-plants. He is covered by the branches of the trees; the grasses of the stream are round him. Truly, if the river is overflowing, it gives him no cause for fear; he has no sense of danger, even if Jordan is rushing against his mouth. Will anyone take him when he is on the watch, or put metal teeth through his nose?”

  • KJVA

    “Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play. He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens. The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares. ”

Job 40 — Context

17

He moveth his tail like a cedar: the sinews of his stones are wrapped together.

18

His bones are as strong pieces of brass; his bones are like bars of iron.

19

He is the chief of the ways of God: he that made him can make his sword to approach unto him.

20

Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play.

21

He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens.

22

The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about.

23

Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth.

24

He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares.

Job 40:20-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 40:20-1953 say?
Job 40:20-1953 in the King James Version reads: “Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play. He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens. The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares. ”
Where is Job 40:20-1953 in the Bible?
Job 40:20-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 40, verses 20–1953.
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 40:20-1953.
What translation should I read Job 40:20-1953 in?
Job 40:20-1953 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 40:20-1953?
Job 40:20-1953 reads (KJV): “Surely the mountains bring him forth food, where all the beasts of the field play. He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens. The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about. Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares. ” 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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