Job 40:21 cpdv — Can you place a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with an arm band?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Can you place a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with an arm band? "

— Job 40:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 40 — Context

18

Behold, he will drink a river and not be amazed, and he has confidence that the Jordan could flow into his mouth.

19

He will seize him through his eyes, as if with a hook, and he will bore through his nostrils, as if with stakes.

20

Can you draw out the leviathan with a hook, and can you bind his tongue with a cord?

21

Can you place a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with an arm band?

22

Will he offer many prayers to you, or speak to you quietly?

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Will he form a covenant with you, and will you accept him as a servant forever?

24

Will you play with him as with a bird, or tether him for your handmaids?

Job 40:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 40:21 say?
Job 40:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Can you place a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with an arm band? ”
Where is Job 40:21 in the Bible?
Job 40:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 40, verse 21.
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 40:21.
What translation should I read Job 40:21 in?
Job 40:21 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 40:21?
Job 40:21 reads (CPDV): “Can you place a ring in his nose, or bore through his jaw with an arm band? ” 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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