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it cannot be found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/28.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />No one knows where to find it, for it is not found among the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/28.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Man does not know its worth, and it is not found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/28.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />No man can know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/28.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/28.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Man does not know its value, Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Mankind does not know its value, Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/28.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Man does not know its value, Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Man does not know its value, Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Man does not know its worth, And it is not found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Man does not know the value of it; Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />No one can know its value, since it cannot be found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />No man can know its value, since it cannot be found in the land of the living. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/28.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price thereof; Neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/28.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />No human knows the way. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/28.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />No mortal knows where it is. It cannot be found in this world of the living. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/28.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Wisdom is not to be found among mortals; No one knows its true value. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/28.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Mankind doesn't appreciate their value; and you won't find it anywhere on earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />No man can know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/28.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Mankind does not know its place; it cannot be found in the land of the living. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Man doesn't know its price; Neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price of it; neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/28.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Man doesn’t know its price, and it isn’t found in the land of the living. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Man has not known its arrangement, "" Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Man hath not known its arrangement, Nor is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And man knew not its estimation, and it shall not be found in the land of the living.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price thereof, neither is it found in the land of them that live in delights. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Man does not know its price, nor is it found in the land of those who live in sweetness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/28.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Mortals do not know her path, nor is she to be found in the land of the living. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Mortals do not know the way to it, and it is not found in the land of the living.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />No man knows the treasure thereof; neither is it found except in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/28.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />No man knows her treasury, and it is not found except in the place of life<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/28.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Man knoweth not the price thereof; Neither is it found in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/28.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A mortal has not known its way, neither indeed has it been discovered among men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/28-13.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XAwuD5NuZq0?start=4152" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/job/28.htm">Where Can Wisdom Be Found?</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">12</span>But where can wisdom be found, and where does understanding dwell? <span class="reftext">13</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō- (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">No</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ’ĕ·nō·wōš (N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">man</a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: yā·ḏa‘ (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">can know</a> <a href="/hebrew/6187.htm" title="6187: ‘er·kāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- An order, row, estimate. From arak; a pile, equipment, estimate.">its value,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: wə·lō (Conj-w:: Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">nor</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: ṯim·mā·ṣê (V-Nifal-Imperf-3fs) -- To attain to, find. ">is it found</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: bə·’e·reṣ (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">in the land</a> <a href="/hebrew/2416.htm" title="2416: ha·ḥay·yîm (Art:: Adj-mp) -- Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life. From chayah; alive; hence, raw; fresh, strong; also life, whether literally or figuratively.">of the living.</a> </span><span class="reftext">14</span>The ocean depths say, ‘It is not in me,’ while the sea declares, ‘It is not with me.’…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Proverbs 3:13-15</a></span><br />Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. / She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/8-11.htm">Proverbs 8:11</a></span><br />For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-16.htm">Proverbs 16:16</a></span><br />How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/2-4.htm">Proverbs 2:4-5</a></span><br />if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, / then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-24.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:24</a></span><br />What exists is out of reach and very deep. Who can fathom it?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-7.htm">1 Corinthians 2:7-8</a></span><br />No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, which He destined for our glory before time began. / None of the rulers of this age understood it. For if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Romans 11:33</a></span><br />O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a></span><br />in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-17.htm">James 3:17</a></span><br />But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44</a></span><br />The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-45.htm">Matthew 13:45-46</a></span><br />Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. / When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a></span><br />“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-20.htm">Psalm 49:20</a></span><br />A man who has riches without understanding is like the beasts that perish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-7.htm">Proverbs 4:7</a></span><br />Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Man knows not the price thereof; neither is it found in the land of the living.</p><p class="hdg">knoweth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/28-15.htm">Job 28:15-19</a></b></br> It cannot be gotten for gold, neither shall silver be weighed <i>for</i> the price thereof… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/19-10.htm">Psalm 19:10</a></b></br> More to be desired <i>are they</i> than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72</a></b></br> The law of thy mouth <i>is</i> better unto me than thousands of gold and silver.</p><p class="hdg">in the land</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/28-21.htm">Job 28:21,22</a></b></br> Seeing it is hid from the eyes of all living, and kept close from the fowls of the air… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/52-5.htm">Psalm 52:5</a></b></br> God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of <i>thy</i> dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/38-11.htm">Isaiah 38:11</a></b></br> I said, I shall not see the LORD, <i>even</i> the LORD, in the land of the living: I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/28-16.htm">Arrangement</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-18.htm">Comprehend</a> <a href="/job/28-12.htm">Found</a> <a href="/esther/7-4.htm">Price</a> <a href="/job/28-6.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/job/28-10.htm">Value</a> <a href="/job/28-8.htm">Way</a> <a href="/job/24-25.htm">Worth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/41-12.htm">Arrangement</a> <a href="/job/36-26.htm">Comprehend</a> <a href="/job/31-25.htm">Found</a> <a href="/job/28-15.htm">Price</a> <a href="/job/28-15.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/job/28-18.htm">Value</a> <a href="/job/28-23.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-20.htm">Worth</a><div class="vheading2">Job 28</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/28-1.htm">There is a knowledge of natural things</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/28-12.htm">But wisdom is an excellent gift of God</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/job/28.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/job/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/job/28.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>No man can know its value</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the incomprehensible worth of wisdom, which is a central theme in the Book of Job. The inability of humans to fully grasp the value of wisdom reflects the limitations of human understanding compared to divine insight. In biblical context, wisdom is often associated with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>), suggesting that true wisdom is rooted in a relationship with God. The phrase also echoes the sentiment found in Ecclesiastes, where human endeavors and understanding are often seen as limited and ultimately futile without divine perspective.<p><b>nor is it found in the land of the living</b><br>This part of the verse suggests that true wisdom is not something that can be discovered through earthly means or human effort alone. It implies that wisdom is a divine attribute, not confined to the physical world. This aligns with the biblical theme that God's ways and thoughts are higher than human ways and thoughts (<a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a>). The "land of the living" refers to the earthly realm, contrasting with the divine realm where true wisdom resides. This distinction underscores the need for divine revelation to access true wisdom, as seen in the New Testament where Christ is described as the embodiment of God's wisdom (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>The central figure in the Book of Job, a man of great faith and patience who undergoes severe trials and suffering. His discourse in Chapter 28 reflects on the nature of wisdom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/l/land_of_the_living.htm">Land of the Living</a></b><br>A phrase used to describe the earthly realm where humans dwell, emphasizing the limitations of human understanding and the transient nature of life.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>The central theme of <a href="/bsb/job/28.htm">Job 28</a>, depicted as a precious and elusive treasure that cannot be fully comprehended or valued by human beings.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_incomparable_value_of_wisdom.htm">The Incomparable Value of Wisdom</a></b><br>True wisdom cannot be measured by earthly standards or possessions. It is a divine gift that surpasses all material wealth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_limitations_of_human_understanding.htm">The Limitations of Human Understanding</a></b><br>Human beings, despite their advancements and knowledge, cannot fully grasp the depth and value of divine wisdom. This calls for humility and reliance on God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_wisdom_from_god.htm">Seeking Wisdom from God</a></b><br>Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom through prayer and scripture, trusting that God will provide insight and understanding beyond human capability.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_transience_of_earthly_life.htm">The Transience of Earthly Life</a></b><br>The phrase "land of the living" reminds us of the temporary nature of our earthly existence and the importance of seeking eternal truths.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_faith_in_understanding.htm">The Role of Faith in Understanding</a></b><br>Faith plays a crucial role in understanding and valuing wisdom. It requires trust in God's greater plan and purpose, even when it is not immediately apparent.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 28</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_job_3_align_with_god's_justice.htm">How can Job's complaint in Job 3 align with a just and sovereign God, if he questions the value of his own birth?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_climate_change.htm">What does the Bible say about climate change?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_job_reason_with_god_if_exodus_33_20.htm">In Job 13:3, how can Job claim he wants to reason directly with God if Exodus 33:20 states no one can see God and live?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_bible's_view_on_eugenics.htm">What is the Bible's stance on eugenics?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 13.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Man knoweth not the price thereof</span>. The real value of wisdom cannot be estimated in terms of ordinary human calculation. It transcends figures. <span class="cmt_word">Neither is it found in the land of the living</span>. True wisdom, such as Job is speaking of (see the comment on vers. 12-28), does not exist among men. It transcends human faculties, and is among the peculiar possessions of the Most High (ver. 23). Hence the Most High is altogether inscrutable by man" his ways are past finding out." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/28-13.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">No</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹא־</span> <span class="translit">(lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">man</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱנ֣וֹשׁ</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·nō·wōš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_582.htm">Strong's 582: </a> </span><span class="str2">Man, mankind</span><br /><br /><span class="word">can know</span><br /><span class="heb">יָדַ֣ע</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏa‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3045.htm">Strong's 3045: </a> </span><span class="str2">To know</span><br /><br /><span class="word">its value,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֶרְכָּ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(‘er·kāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6187.htm">Strong's 6187: </a> </span><span class="str2">A pile, equipment, estimate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nor</span><br /><span class="heb">וְלֹ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(wə·lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is it found</span><br /><span class="heb">תִ֝מָּצֵ֗א</span> <span class="translit">(ṯim·mā·ṣê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the land</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּאֶ֣רֶץ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·’e·reṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> </span><span class="str2">Earth, land</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the living.</span><br /><span class="heb">הַֽחַיִּֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(ha·ḥay·yîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2416.htm">Strong's 2416: </a> </span><span class="str2">Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/28-13.htm">Job 28:13 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/28-13.htm">OT Poetry: Job 28:13 Man doesn't know its price (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/28-12.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 28:12"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 28:12" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/28-14.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 28:14"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 28:14" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>