Job 19:29

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Be ye afraid of the sword: for wrath [bringeth] the punishments of the sword, that ye may know [there is] a judgment.

Complete Jewish Bible:

You had best fear the sword, for anger brings the punishment of the sword, so that you will know there is judgment!"

Berean Standard Bible:

then you should fear the sword yourselves, because wrath brings punishment by the sword, so that you may know there is a judgment.”

American Standard Version:

Be ye afraid of the sword: For wrathbringeththe punishments of the sword, That ye may know there is a judgment.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Be ye afraid^{H1481} of the sword^{H2719}: for wrath^{H2534} bringeth the punishments^{H5771} of^{H6440} the sword^{H2719}, that ye may know^{H3045} there is a judgment^{{H1779}{H1779}}.

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Commentary for Job 19:29

Job 19:29 is part of the poetic dialogues found in the Book of Job, which is one of the Wisdom Books in the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament. The Book of Job deals with the age-old question of why suffering exists, particularly for the righteous. It explores themes of theodicy, the justice of God, and the nature of human suffering.

In this verse, Job is in the midst of responding to his friends who have accused him of wrongdoing as the cause of his suffering. The historical context of the Book of Job is set in the patriarchal period, though the exact time is debated. It is a time when the concepts of retributive justice were prevalent—the belief that good is rewarded and evil is punished in this life.

The verse itself, "Be ye afraid of the sword: for wrath [bringeth] the punishments of the sword, that ye may know [there is] a judgment," can be understood as a warning. Job seems to be cautioning his friends that their harsh words and anger toward him (symbolized by the sword) will bring about their own punishment. The "sword" here is metaphorical, representing the consequences of their actions and attitudes. The verse implies that there is a divine judgment that will hold everyone accountable for their deeds, including those who hastily judge others.

In essence, Job 19:29 underscores the idea that human wrath and rash judgment are not only self-destructive but also indicative of a deeper moral order. It suggests that there is a judgment beyond human understanding, which aligns with the book's broader exploration of God's justice. This verse contributes to the dialogue's tension, highlighting the complexity of moral discernment and the need for humility in the face of suffering and divine mystery.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H1481
   There are 94 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: גּוּר
   Transliteration: gûwr
   Pronunciation: goor
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to turn aside from the road (for a lodging or any other purpose), i.e. sojourn (as a guest); also to shrink, fear (as in a strange place); also to gather forhostility (as afraid); abide, assemble, be afraid, dwell, fear, gather (together), inhabitant, remain, sojourn, stand in awe, (be) stranger, [idiom] surely.
   
2. Strong's Number: H2719
   There are 372 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֶרֶב
   Transliteration: chereb
   Pronunciation: kheh'-reb
   Description: from חָרַב; drought; also a cutting instrument (from its destructive effect), as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement; axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool.
   
3. Strong's Number: H2534
   There are 117 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֵמָה
   Transliteration: chêmâh
   Pronunciation: khay-maw'
   Description: or (Daniel 11:44) חֵמָא; from יָחַם; heat; figuratively, anger, poison (from its fever); anger, bottles, hot displeasure, furious(-ly, -ry), heat, indignation, poison, rage, wrath(-ful). See חֶמְאָה.
   
4. Strong's Number: H5771
   There are 213 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָוֺן
   Transliteration: ʻâvôn
   Pronunciation: aw-vone'
   Description: or עָווֹן; (2 Kings 7:9; Psalm 51:5 (אֲבַד)), from עָוָה; perversity, i.e. (moral) evil; fault, iniquity, mischeif, punishment (of iniquity), sin.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6440
   There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּנִים
   Transliteration: pânîym
   Pronunciation: paw-neem'
   Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3045
   There are 873 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יָדַע
   Transliteration: yâdaʻ
   Pronunciation: yaw-dah'
   Description: a primitive root; to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including observation, care, recognition; and causatively, instruction, designation, punishment, etc.); acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot.
   
7. Strong's Number: H1779
   There are 17 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דִּין
   Transliteration: dîyn
   Pronunciation: deen
   Description: or (Job 19:29) דּוּן; from דִּין; judgement (the suit, justice, sentence or tribunal); by implication also strife; cause, judgement, plea, strife.