Job 8:16 net — He is a well-watered plant in the sun, its shoots spread over its garden.

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"He is a well-watered plant in the sun, its shoots spread over its garden."

— Job 8:16, NET Bible

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Job 8 — Context

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Such is the destiny of all who forget God; the hope of the godless perishes,

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whose trust is in something futile, whose security is a spider’s web.

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He leans against his house but it does not hold up, he takes hold of it but it does not stand.

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He is a well-watered plant in the sun, its shoots spread over its garden.

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It wraps its roots around a heap of stones and it looks for a place among stones.

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If he is uprooted from his place, then that place will disown him, saying,‘I have never seen you!’

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Indeed, this is the joy of his way, and out of the earth others spring up.

Job 8:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 8:16 say?
Job 8:16 in the NET Bible reads: “He is a well-watered plant in the sun, its shoots spread over its garden.”
Where is Job 8:16 in the Bible?
Job 8:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 8, 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 8:16.
What translation should I read Job 8:16 in?
Job 8:16 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 8:16?
Job 8:16 reads (NET): “He is a well-watered plant in the sun, its shoots spread over its garden.” 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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