King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Behold, this [is] the joy of his way, and out of the earth shall others grow.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Yes, this is the "joy" of the way [of the godless], and out of the dust will spring up others [like him].'
Berean Standard Bible:
Surely this is the joy of his way; yet others will spring from the dust.
American Standard Version:
Behold, this is the joy of his way; And out of the earth shall others spring.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Behold, this is the joy{H4885} of his way{H1870}, and out of the earth{H6083} shall others{H312} grow{H6779}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Job 20:5
- That the triumphing of the wicked [is] short, and the joy of the hypocrite [but] for a moment?
Psalms 113:7
- He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, [and] lifteth the needy out of the dunghill;
1 Samuel 2:8
- He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, [and] lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set [them] among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the earth [are] the LORD'S, and he hath set the world upon them.
Matthew 13:20
- But he that received the seed into stony places, the same is he that heareth the word, and anon with joy receiveth it;
Matthew 13:21
- Yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended.
Ezekiel 17:24
- And all the trees of the field shall know that I the LORD have brought down the high tree, have exalted the low tree, have dried up the green tree, and have made the dry tree to flourish: I the LORD have spoken and have done [it].
Psalms 75:7
- But God [is] the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
Explore This Verse Across Other Resources:
Commentary for Job 8:19
Job 8:19 is a verse from the Book of Job, which is part of the Wisdom Literature in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. The Book of Job deals with the questions of why suffering occurs and how one should respond to it. It is named after its protagonist, Job, who is a righteous man according to the narrative. The book is set in a time period that is not precisely defined but is generally considered to be during the patriarchal age, a period that predates the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.
The verse itself is part of a speech by Bildad, one of Job's three friends who come to comfort him after he has lost his wealth, his children, and his health. Bildad is attempting to explain to Job that the wicked do not prosper and that Job's suffering must be a result of some wrongdoing. In Job 8:19, Bildad is essentially saying that if Job were to abandon his current path, which Bildad assumes is sinful, he would find joy once again. The phrase "out of the earth shall others grow" suggests a hopeful future where, despite current trials, new life and prosperity can emerge, implying that there is always the potential for restoration and renewal.
The historical context of this verse reflects ancient Near Eastern beliefs that suffering was a direct result of sin and that repentance could lead to divine favor and restoration. Bildad's perspective is grounded in a retributive theology, which posits that good is rewarded and evil is punished, often within the span of one's lifetime. This view is challenged throughout the Book of Job, which ultimately explores the complexity of human suffering and the nature of faith in a just and merciful God amidst inexplicable afflictions.
In summary, Job 8:19 encapsulates the theme of retributive justice prevalent in ancient wisdom traditions, while also hinting at the possibility of hope and regeneration. It reflects the didactic purpose of the Book of Job, which seeks to understand the nature of suffering and the appropriate response to the trials and tribulations of life.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H4885
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָשׂוֹשׂ
Transliteration: mâsôws
Pronunciation: maw-soce'
Description: from שׂוּשׂ; delight, concretely (the cause or object) or abstractly (the feeling); joy, mirth, rejoice. - Strong's Number: H1870
There are 627 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דֶּרֶךְ
Transliteration: derek
Pronunciation: deh'-rek
Description: from דָּרַךְ; a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb; along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). - Strong's Number: H6083
There are 103 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָפָר
Transliteration: ʻâphâr
Pronunciation: aw-fawr'
Description: from עָפַר; dust (as powdered or gray); hence, clay, earth, mud; ashes, dust, earth, ground, morter, powder, rubbish. - Strong's Number: H312
There are 271 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַחֵר
Transliteration: ʼachêr
Pronunciation: akh-air'
Description: from אָחַר; properly, hinder; generally, next, other, etc.; (an-) other man, following, next, strange. - Strong's Number: H6779
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָמַח
Transliteration: tsâmach
Pronunciation: tsaw-makh'
Description: a primitive root; to sprout (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative); bear, bring forth, (cause to, make to) bud (forth), (cause to, make to) grow (again, up), (cause to) spring (forth, up).