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Job 8:7 kjva — Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase."

— Job 8:7, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Job 8 — Context

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If thy children have sinned against him, and he have cast them away for their transgression;

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If thou wouldest seek unto God betimes, and make thy supplication to the Almighty;

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If thou wert pure and upright; surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous.

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Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase.

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For enquire, I pray thee, of the former age, and prepare thyself to the search of their fathers:

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(For we are but of yesterday, and know nothing, because our days upon earth are a shadow:)

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Shall not they teach thee, and tell thee, and utter words out of their heart?

Job 8:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 8:7 say?
Job 8:7 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase.”
Where is Job 8:7 in the Bible?
Job 8:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 8, verse 7.
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 8:7.
What translation should I read Job 8:7 in?
Job 8:7 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 8:7?
Job 8:7 reads (KJVA): “Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase.” 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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