Job 41:16 cpdv — When he will be raised up, the angels will be afraid, and, because they are terrified, they will purify themselves.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"When he will be raised up, the angels will be afraid, and, because they are terrified, they will purify themselves. "

— Job 41:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Job 41 — Context

13

Strength dwells in his neck, and destitution goes before his presence.

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The parts of his body work in harmony together. He will send lightning bolts against him, and they will not be carried to another place.

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His heart will be as hard as a stone and as dense as a blacksmith’s anvil.

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When he will be raised up, the angels will be afraid, and, because they are terrified, they will purify themselves.

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When a sword catches up with him, it will not be able to settle in, nor a spear, nor a breastplate.

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For he will consider iron as if it were chaff, and brass as if it were rotten wood.

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The archer will not cause him to flee; the stones of the sling have been turned into stubble for him.

Job 41:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 41:16 say?
Job 41:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “When he will be raised up, the angels will be afraid, and, because they are terrified, they will purify themselves. ”
Where is Job 41:16 in the Bible?
Job 41:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 41, verse 16.
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 41:16.
What translation should I read Job 41:16 in?
Job 41:16 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 41:16?
Job 41:16 reads (CPDV): “When he will be raised up, the angels will be afraid, and, because they are terrified, they will purify themselves. ” 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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