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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/job/16.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />yet my hands have been free of violence and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/16.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Yet I have done no wrong, and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/16.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />although there is no violence in my hands, and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/16.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />yet my hands are free of violence and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/16.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Not for <i>any</i> injustice in mine hands: also my prayer <i>is</i> pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/16.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Although no violence <i>is</i> in my hands, And my prayer <i>is</i> pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/16.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br /><i>Why?</i>—because there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Although there is no violence <i>or</i> wrongdoing in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />although my hands are free from violence and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />although my hands are free from violence and my prayer is pure. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/16.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />though I am not violent, and my prayers are sincere. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/16.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in mine hands, and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />although my hands have done nothing violent, and my prayer is sincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/16.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />but I am not guilty of any violence, and my prayer to God is sincere. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/16.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />even though violence is not my intention, and my prayer is pure."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />yet my hands are free of violence and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/16.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />although there is no violence in my hands and my prayer is pure. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Not for any injustice in my hands: also my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/16.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />although there is no violence in my hands, and my prayer is pure. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Not for violence in my hands, "" And my prayer [is] pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Not for violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Not for violence in my hands: and my prayer is clean.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />These things have I suffered without the iniquity of my hand, when I offered pure prayers to God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 16:18>These things I have endured without iniquity in my hand, while I held pure prayers before God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/16.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Although my hands are free from violence, and my prayer sincere. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />though there is no violence in my hands, and my prayer is pure.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But not for any iniquity in my hands; my prayer also is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/16.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because there is no evil in my hands and my prayer is pure<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/16.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Although there is no violence in my hands, And my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/16.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Yet there was no injustice in my hands, and my prayer is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/16-17.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=2569" 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/16.htm">Job Decries his Comforters</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>My face is red with weeping, and deep shadows ring my eyes; <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">yet</a> <a href="/hebrew/3709.htm" title="3709: bə·ḵap·pāy (Prep-b:: N-fdc:: 1cs) -- Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan. From kaphaph; the hollow hand or palm; figuratively, power.">my hands</a> <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.">are free of</a> <a href="/hebrew/2555.htm" title="2555: ḥā·mās (N-ms) -- Violence, wrong. From chamac; violence; by implication, wrong; by meton. Unjust gain.">violence</a> <a href="/hebrew/8605.htm" title="8605: ū·ṯə·p̄il·lā·ṯî (Conj-w:: N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Prayer. From palal; intercession, supplication; by implication, a hymn.">and my prayer</a> <a href="/hebrew/2134.htm" title="2134: zak·kāh (Adj-fs) -- Pure, clean. From zakak; clear.">is pure.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>O earth, do not cover my blood; may my cry for help never be laid to rest.…<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="/psalms/17-1.htm">Psalm 17:1-3</a></span><br />A prayer of David. Hear, O LORD, my righteous plea; listen to my cry. Give ear to my prayer—it comes from lips free of deceit. / May my vindication come from Your presence; may Your eyes see what is right. / You have tried my heart; You have visited me in the night. You have tested me and found no evil; I have resolved not to sin with my mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-9.htm">Isaiah 53:9</a></span><br />He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death, although He had done no violence, nor was any deceit in His mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-22.htm">1 Peter 2:22</a></span><br />“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/26-6.htm">Psalm 26:6</a></span><br />I wash my hands in innocence that I may go about Your altar, O LORD,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-5.htm">1 John 3:5</a></span><br />But you know that Christ appeared to take away sins, and in Him there is no sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/24-4.htm">Psalm 24:4</a></span><br />He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear deceitfully.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-21.htm">2 Corinthians 5:21</a></span><br />God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-20.htm">Psalm 18:20-24</a></span><br />The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; He has repaid me according to the cleanness of my hands. / For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God. / For all His ordinances are before me; I have not disregarded His statutes. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-15.htm">Hebrews 4:15</a></span><br />For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/73-13.htm">Psalm 73:13</a></span><br />Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure; in innocence I have washed my hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-4.htm">Matthew 27:4</a></span><br />“I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/44-17.htm">Psalm 44:17-18</a></span><br />All this has come upon us, though we have not forgotten You or betrayed Your covenant. / Our hearts have not turned back; our steps have not strayed from Your path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/8-46.htm">John 8:46</a></span><br />Which of you can prove Me guilty of sin? If I speak the truth, why do you not believe Me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-18.htm">Psalm 66:18</a></span><br />If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/23-41.htm">Luke 23:41</a></span><br />We are punished justly, for we are receiving what our actions deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Not for any injustice in my hands: also my prayer is pure.</p><p class="hdg">Not for</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/11-14.htm">Job 11:14</a></b></br> If iniquity <i>be</i> in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/15-20.htm">Job 15:20,34</a></b></br> The wicked man travaileth with pain all <i>his</i> days, and the number of years is hidden to the oppressor… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/21-27.htm">Job 21:27,28</a></b></br> Behold, I know your thoughts, and the devices <i>which</i> ye wrongfully imagine against me… </p><p class="hdg">my prayer</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5,6</a></b></br> If thou wouldest seek unto God betimes, and make thy supplication to the Almighty; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/66-18.htm">Psalm 66:18,19</a></b></br> If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear <i>me</i>: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-8.htm">Proverbs 15:8</a></b></br> The sacrifice of the wicked <i>is</i> an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright <i>is</i> his delight.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/1-22.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/job/10-7.htm">Although</a> <a href="/job/15-15.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/job/11-4.htm">Free</a> <a href="/job/16-12.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/job/6-30.htm">Injustice</a> <a href="/job/15-4.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/job/15-15.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/job/5-22.htm">Violence</a> <a href="/job/15-20.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/23-9.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/job/32-3.htm">Although</a> <a href="/job/17-9.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/job/21-9.htm">Free</a> <a href="/job/17-3.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/7-3.htm">Injustice</a> <a href="/job/19-16.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/job/25-4.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/job/19-7.htm">Violence</a> <a href="/job/19-7.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Job 16</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/16-1.htm">Job reproves his friends for unmercifulness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/16-17.htm">He maintains his innocence</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/16.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/16.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>yet my hands are free of violence</b><br>In this phrase, Job asserts his innocence and integrity. The imagery of "hands" often symbolizes actions and deeds in biblical literature. Job's claim that his hands are "free of violence" suggests that he has not committed acts of injustice or harm against others. This is significant in the context of the accusations from his friends, who imply that his suffering must be due to some hidden sin. The cultural context of the time placed a strong emphasis on retributive justice, where suffering was often seen as a direct result of personal wrongdoing. Job's insistence on his innocence challenges this notion and highlights the theme of undeserved suffering. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of righteousness, as seen in <a href="/psalms/24-4.htm">Psalm 24:4</a>, which speaks of having "clean hands and a pure heart."<p><b>and my prayer is pure</b><br>Job's declaration that his prayer is "pure" emphasizes his sincere and untainted relationship with God. In the ancient Near Eastern context, purity in prayer was crucial, as it reflected a heart aligned with God's will. This purity is not just ritualistic but moral and spiritual, indicating that Job's communication with God is honest and without ulterior motives. The purity of prayer is a recurring theme in Scripture, as seen in <a href="/psalms/66-18.htm">Psalm 66:18</a>, which warns that harboring sin in one's heart can hinder prayer. Job's assertion here underscores his steadfast faith and integrity despite his immense suffering. This purity can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate example of pure and righteous prayer, as demonstrated in His earthly ministry and intercessory role.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, known for his immense suffering and unwavering faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/eliphaz,_bildad,_and_zophar.htm">Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar</a></b><br>Job's three friends who visit him to offer counsel and comfort but end up accusing him of wrongdoing, suggesting his suffering is due to sin.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/u/uz.htm">Uz</a></b><br>The land where Job lived, often associated with the region east of Israel, possibly in Edom or northern Arabia.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The sovereign Creator who allows Job's testing to demonstrate Job's faithfulness and to reveal deeper truths about suffering and divine justice.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/satan.htm">Satan</a></b><br>The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job is faithful only because of his prosperity and protection from God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_suffering.htm">Integrity in Suffering</a></b><br>Job maintains his integrity despite his friends' accusations and his immense suffering. This teaches us the importance of holding onto our righteousness and integrity, even when others misunderstand or misjudge us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/purity_in_prayer.htm">Purity in Prayer</a></b><br>Job emphasizes the purity of his prayer, reminding us that our communication with God should be sincere and free from deceit or ulterior motives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/misunderstanding_and_judgment.htm">Misunderstanding and Judgment</a></b><br>Job's experience with his friends shows that even well-meaning people can misjudge our circumstances. We should be cautious in how we interpret others' suffering and avoid jumping to conclusions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_amidst_trials.htm">Faithfulness Amidst Trials</a></b><br>Job's steadfastness encourages believers to remain faithful to God, trusting in His justice and timing, even when we do not understand our trials.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 16</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_job_sinless_if_all_have_sinned.htm">Given Job 16:17, how does the text account for Job’s apparent sinlessness despite broader biblical teachings that “all have sinned” (Romans 3:23)? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/main_themes_of_bible's_books.htm">What are the main themes of the Bible's books?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_medicine_fit_with_god's_lifespan.htm">Psalm 39:4 - If God determines our lifespan, how can we reconcile that with modern medicine's ability to extend life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_137_9_align_with_a_loving_god.htm">How can Psalm 137:9 be reconciled with a just and loving God when it seems to celebrate cruelty against children?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/16.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) <span class= "bld">Not for any injustice.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">for no injustice, </span>just as in <a href="/isaiah/53-9.htm" title="And he made his grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death; because he had done no violence, neither was any deceit in his mouth.">Isaiah 53:9</a> : "because he had done no violence," should be "not because he had done any violence, or because deceit was in his mouth."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Not for any injustice in mine hands</span>; or, <span class="accented">not that there is any violence in my</span> hands (scrap. <a href="/isaiah/53-9.htm">Isaiah 53:9</a>, where the expression used of the Messiah is nearly the same). Job repudiates the charge of rapine and robbery which Eliphaz has brought against him (<a href="/job/15-28.htm">Job 15:28, 34</a>). His hands have not done violence to any. <span class="cmt_word">Also my prayer is pure</span>. Neither has he been guilty of the hypocrisy which Eliphaz has also charged him with (<a href="/job/15-34.htm">Job 15:34</a>). His prayers have been sincere and genuine. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/16-17.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">yet</span><br /><span class="heb">עַ֭ל</span> <span class="translit">(‘al)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my hands</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכַפָּ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵap·pāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - fdc | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3709.htm">Strong's 3709: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are free of</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">violence</span><br /><span class="heb">חָמָ֣ס</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·mās)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2555.htm">Strong's 2555: </a> </span><span class="str2">Violence, wrong, by meton, unjust gain</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and my prayer</span><br /><span class="heb">וּֽתְפִלָּתִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ṯə·p̄il·lā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8605.htm">Strong's 8605: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intercession, supplication, a hymn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is pure.</span><br /><span class="heb">זַכָּֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(zak·kāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2134.htm">Strong's 2134: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pure, clean</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/16-17.htm">Job 16:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/16-17.htm">OT Poetry: Job 16:17 Although there is no violence in my (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/16-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 16:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 16:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/16-18.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 16:18"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 16:18" /></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>