Job 6:11 web — What is my strength, that I should wait? What is my end, that I should be patient?

World English Bible

"What is my strength, that I should wait? What is my end, that I should be patient?"

— Job 6:11, World English Bible

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KJV
“What is my strength, that I should hope? and what is mine end, that I should prolong my life?”
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ASV
“What is my strength, that I should wait? And what is mine end, that I should be patient? ”
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NET
“What is my strength, that I should wait? and what is my end, that I should prolong my life?”
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DRB
“For what is my strength, that I can hold out? or what is my end, that I should keep patience?”
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BBE
“Have I strength to go on waiting, or have I any end to be looking forward to?”
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KJVA
“What is my strength, that I should hope? and what is mine end, that I should prolong my life?”
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Job 6 — Context

"Oh that I might have my request, that God would grant the thing that I long for,

even that it would please God to crush me; that he would let loose his hand, and cut me off!

Be it still my consolation, yes, let me exult in pain that doesn't spare, that I have not denied the words of the Holy One.

What is my strength, that I should wait? What is my end, that I should be patient?

Is my strength the strength of stones? Or is my flesh of brass?

Isn't it that I have no help in me, That wisdom is driven quite from me?

"To him who is ready to faint, kindness should be shown from his friend; even to him who forsakes the fear of the Almighty.

Job 6:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 6:11 say?

Job 6:11 in the World English Bible reads: “What is my strength, that I should wait? What is my end, that I should be patient?”

Where is Job 6:11 in the Bible?

Job 6:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 6, verse 11.

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 6:11.

What translation should I read Job 6:11 in?

Job 6:11 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 6:11?

Job 6:11 reads (WEB): “What is my strength, that I should wait? What is my end, that I should be patient?” 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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