Job 41:26 asv — If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.

American Standard Version

"If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft. "

— Job 41:26, American Standard Version

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Job 41 — Context

23

The flakes of his flesh are joined together: They are firm upon him; they cannot be moved.

24

His heart is as firm as a stone; Yea, firm as the nether millstone.

25

When he raiseth himself up, the mighty are afraid: By reason of consternation they are beside themselves.

26

If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.

27

He counteth iron as straw, And brass as rotten wood.

28

The arrow cannot make him flee: Sling-stones are turned with him into stubble.

29

Clubs are counted as stubble: He laugheth at the rushing of the javelin.

Job 41:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 41:26 say?
Job 41:26 in the American Standard Version reads: “If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft. ”
Where is Job 41:26 in the Bible?
Job 41:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 41, verse 26.
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 41:26.
What translation should I read Job 41:26 in?
Job 41:26 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 41:26?
Job 41:26 reads (ASV): “If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft. ” 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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