Job 6:3 bbe — For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled.

Bible in Basic English

"For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled."

— Job 6:3, Bible in Basic English

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Job 6:3 in Other Translations

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KJV
“For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea: therefore my words are swallowed up.”
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ASV
“For now it would be heavier than the sand of the seas: Therefore have my words been rash. ”
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Job 6 — Context

And Job made answer and said,

If only my passion might be measured, and put into the scales against my trouble!

For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled.

For the arrows of the Ruler of all are present with me, and their poison goes deep into my spirit: his army of fears is put in order against me.

Does the ass of the fields give out his voice when he has grass? or does the ox make sounds over his food?

Will a man take food which has no taste without salt? or is there any taste in the soft substance of purslain?

Job 6:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 6:3 say?

Job 6:3 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled.”

Where is Job 6:3 in the Bible?

Job 6:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 6, verse 3.

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 6:3.

What translation should I read Job 6:3 in?

Job 6:3 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 6:3?

Job 6:3 reads (BBE): “For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled.” 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.

Job 6:3 bbe — For then its weight would be more than the sand of the seas: because of this my words have been uncontrolled.

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Job 6:3 in Other Translations

Job 6 — Context

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