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Job, 13

1. Lo, mine eye hath seen all [this], mine ear hath heard and understood it.

1. My eyes have seen all this, my ears have heard and understood.

2. What ye know, [the same] do I know also: I [am] not inferior unto you.

2. What you know, I also know; I am not inferior to you.

3. Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God.

3. But I would like to speak to the Almighty, I want to plead my case with God.

4. But ye [are] forgers of lies, ye [are] all physicians of no value.

4. You are glossing over the problem and offering false remedies.

5. O that ye would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom.

5. If only you would keep silent, that would at least be wisdom.

6. Hear now my reasoning, and hearken to the pleadings of my lips.

6. Hear now my argument; listen to my defense.

7. Will ye speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for him?

7. Will you speak falsely for God? Will you defend him with false inventions?

8. Will ye accept his person? will ye contend for God?

8. Will you side with him and advocate on his behalf?

9. Is it good that he should search you out? or as one man mocketh another, do ye [so] mock him?

9. What if he examines you? Could he be deceived as men are?

10. He will surely reprove you, if ye do secretly accept persons.

10. He will rebuke you for sure if in secret you show partiality.

11. Shall not his excellency make you afraid? and his dread fall upon you?

11. You will be terrified by his majesty, and you will be in dread of him.

12. Your remembrances [are] like unto ashes, your bodies to bodies of clay.

12. Heaps of ashes are your maxims; mounds of clay are your defenses.

13. Hold your peace, let me alone, that I may speak, and let come on me what [will].

13. So keep silent and let me speak; this will be at my own risk.

14. Wherefore do I take my flesh in my teeth, and put my life in mine hand?

14. I am putting myself in jeopardy and gambling for my life.

15. Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.

15. Though he may slay me, I will still argue with him;

16. He also [shall be] my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him.

16. and this might even save me for no godless man dares draw near him.

17. Hear diligently my speech, and my declaration with your ears.

17. Carefully listen to my words, give my case a hearing.

18. Behold now, I have ordered [my] cause; I know that I shall be justified.

18. I will proceed in due form believing that I am guiltless.

19. Who [is] he [that] will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.

19. If anyone makes good his charges, I am ready to be silenced and die.

20. Only do not two [things] unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

20. Only grant me these two things, O God, and from you I will not hide:

21. Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid.

21. Withdraw your hand far from me, and do not frighten me with your terrors.

22. Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.

22. Summon me and I will respond; or let me speak and then have your reply.

23. How many [are] mine iniquities and sins? make me to know my transgression and my sin.

23. What are my faults, what are my sins? Make them all known to me.

24. Wherefore hidest thou thy face, and holdest me for thine enemy?

24. Why hide your face from me and consider me your enemy?

25. Wilt thou break a leaf driven to and fro? and wilt thou pursue the dry stubble?

25. Why torment a wind-blown leaf or pursue a withered straw?

26. For thou writest bitter things against me, and makest me to possess the iniquities of my youth.

26. But you search for accusations and you recall the sins of my youth.

27. Thou puttest my feet also in the stocks, and lookest narrowly unto all my paths; thou settest a print upon the heels of my feet.

27. You shackle my feet, keep watch on all my paths and mark out my footsteps.

28. And he, as a rotten thing, consumeth, as a garment that is moth eaten.

28. He falls apart like worm-eaten wood, like cloth devoured by the moths.



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Fusnote:

13:1-2 - Job asserts that he knows well what is happening to him and expresses his willingness to plead his case before God. This confidence reflects a search for justice and a desire for understanding in the midst of suffering (see also Psalm 73:13-14 and Hebrews 4:16).

13:3-5 - Job criticizes his friends who counsel him, claiming they lack truthful answers. This criticism highlights the importance of seeking truth and sincerity in discussions about suffering and faith (see also Proverbs 18:13 and Ecclesiastes 7:5).

13:15-16 - Even without fully understanding the reason for his suffering, Job declares that he will still trust in God. This declaration of faith in the midst of adversity emphasizes perseverance and authentic faith (see also Psalm 27:13-14 and Romans 5:3-5).

13:23-24 - Job asks God to examine his heart and reveal his transgressions. This pursuit of self-examination and repentance is an essential part of the spiritual life, showing the importance of transparency before God (see also Psalm 139:23-24 and 1 John 1:9).

13:28 - The image of Job as a decaying object reflects the desolation of his situation. This metaphor underscores human frailty and the struggle against the wear and tear of life, a reality everyone faces (see also Isaiah 40:6-8 and 2 Corinthians 4:16).

Stihovi vezani uz Job, 13:

Job chapter 13 continues Job's defense. Why does he want to argue directly with God? The text expresses Job's frustration with his friends and his determination to present his case to God. The chapter addresses topics such as personal integrity, the danger of speaking falsely for God, and the desire for a divine audience. Job 13 reveals Job's courage and faith in the midst of suffering. Investigate with us five biblical passages that relate to the bold stance presented in this crucial chapter.

Psalms 139:1: "Lord, you search me and know me." - It relates to Job's statement in Job 13:9 that God examines the hearts.

Proverbs 18:17: "The first one to present his case seems to be right, until someone else comes and questions him." - It reflects Job's determination in Job 13:3 to argue his case directly with God.

Isaiah 50:8: "He who defends me is near. Who will dare accuse me? Let's face each other! Who is my accuser? Come face me!" - It echoes Job's challenge in Job 13:19 to face his accusations.

Hebrews 4:13: "Nothing in all creation is hidden from the eyes of God. Everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of the one to whom we will be accountable." - It relates to Job 13:23, where Job asks God to reveal his sins.

Philippians 1:20: "I look forward to it and hope that in no way will I be embarrassed. On the contrary, with all the determination as always, Christ will also now be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death." - It reflects Job's determination in Job 13:15 to trust God even in the face of death.

FAQ:

Why does Job defy his friends and defend his innocence?

Job rebukes his friends for speaking falsely in God's name and insists on his innocence. He wants to present his case directly to God. (Job 13:3-4)

What does Job ask God for in his prayer?

Job asks God for two things: to end his affliction and to give him a clear answer about his situation. (Job 13:20-23)

Why does Job say that even if God killed him, he would still trust?

Job affirms that his trust in God is unshakable, for he expects divine justice, even in the face of suffering. (Job 13:15)

How does Job accuse his friends of falsehood?

Job says that his friends distort the truth and speak in defense of God without justice, being false comforters. (Job 13:7-8)

What does Job want when he faces God?

Job desires to present his case to God, confident that he will receive a just answer. (Job 13:22-23)


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