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But how can mere mortals prove their innocence before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/9.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />“Yes, I know all this is true in principle. But how can a person be declared innocent in God’s sight?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />“Truly I know that it is so: But how can a man be in the right before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Yes, I know that it is so, but how can a mortal be righteous before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I know <i>it is</i> so of a truth: but how should man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“Truly I know <i>it is</i> so, But how can a man be righteous before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“In truth I know that this is so; But how can a person be in the right with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220In truth I know that this is so; But how can a man be in the right before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“In truth I know that this is so, But how can a man be in the right before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />“In truth I know that this is so; But how can a man be in the right before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Yes, I know it is true. But how can a mortal man be right before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I know what you’ve said is true, but how can a person be justified before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I know what you&#8217ve said is true, but how can a person be justified before God? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Of a truth I know that it is so: But how can man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />What you say is true. No human is innocent in the sight of God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Of a truth I know that it is so: but how can man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"Yes, I know that this is true. But how can a mortal be declared righteous to God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Indeed, I'm fully aware that this is so, but how can a person become right with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?Yes, I know that it is so, but how can a mortal be righteous before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />"Truly, I know that this is so. But how can a human be just before God? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />"Truly I know that it is so, but how can man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I know it to be so of a truth: but how should man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“Truly I know that it is so, but how can man be just with God? <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />“Truly I have known that [it is] so, "" But how is man righteous with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Truly I have known that it is so, And what -- is man righteous with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I knew that so the truth: and how shall man be just with God?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Indeed I know it is so, and that man cannot be justified compared with <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Truly, I know that it is so, and that man cannot be justified compared with God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I know well that it is so; but how can anyone be in the right before God? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />“Indeed I know that this is so; but how can a mortal be just before God?<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Truly, I know that it is so; but how can a man be declared innocent before God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />“Truly I know that it is so, and no man overcomes God<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Of a truth I know that it is so; And how can man be just with God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I know of a truth that it is so: for how shall a mortal man be just before the Lord?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/9-2.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=1289" 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/9.htm">Job: How Can I Argue with God?</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>Then Job answered: <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/551.htm" title="551: ’ā·mə·nām (Conj) -- Verily, truly. Adverb from 'omen; verily.">“Yes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: yā·ḏa‘·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">I know</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: ḵî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: ḵên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">it is so,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4100.htm" title="4100: ū·mah- (Conj-w:: Interrog) -- What? how? anything. ">but how</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.">can a mortal</a> <a href="/hebrew/6663.htm" title="6663: yiṣ·daq (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To be just or righteous. A primitive root; to be right.">be righteous</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im- (Prep) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">before</a> <a href="/hebrew/410.htm" title="410: ’êl (N-ms) -- God, in pl. gods. Shortened from 'ayil; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty.">God?</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>If one wished to contend with God, he could not answer Him one time out of a thousand.…<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="/romans/3-10.htm">Romans 3:10-12</a></span><br />As it is written: “There is no one righteous, not even one. / There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. / All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/143-2.htm">Psalm 143:2</a></span><br />Do not bring Your servant into judgment, for no one alive is righteous before You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-20.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20</a></span><br />Surely there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-23.htm">Romans 3:23</a></span><br />for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/64-6.htm">Isaiah 64:6</a></span><br />Each of us has become like something unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all wither like a leaf, and our iniquities carry us away like the wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/2-16.htm">Galatians 2:16</a></span><br />know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have believed in Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/7-18.htm">Romans 7:18</a></span><br />I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh; for I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/1-8.htm">1 John 1:8</a></span><br />If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-19.htm">Romans 3:19-20</a></span><br />Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and the whole world held accountable to God. / Therefore no one will be justified in His sight by works of the law. For the law merely brings awareness of sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/130-3.htm">Psalm 130:3</a></span><br />If You, O LORD, kept track of iniquities, then who, O Lord, could stand?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/5-12.htm">Romans 5:12</a></span><br />Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a></span><br />We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-32.htm">Romans 11:32</a></span><br />For God has consigned everyone to disobedience so that He may have mercy on everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/3-22.htm">Galatians 3:22</a></span><br />But the Scripture pronounces all things confined by sin, so that by faith in Jesus Christ the promise might be given to those who believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-46.htm">1 Kings 8:46</a></span><br />When they sin against You—for there is no one who does not sin—and You become angry with them and deliver them to an enemy who takes them as captives to his own land, whether far or near,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I know it is so of a truth: but how should man be just with God?</p><p class="hdg">how</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/4-17.htm">Job 4:17</a></b></br> Shall mortal man be more just than God? shall a man be more pure than his maker?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/14-3.htm">Job 14:3,4</a></b></br> And dost thou open thine eyes upon such an one, and bringest me into judgment with thee? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/25-4.htm">Job 25:4</a></b></br> How then can man be justified with God? or how can he be clean <i>that is</i> born of a woman?</p><p class="hdg">with.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/6-26.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/job/4-17.htm">Mortal</a> <a href="/esther/8-6.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/job/8-3.htm">Right</a> <a href="/job/8-6.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/job/5-27.htm">True.</a> <a href="/job/6-13.htm">Truth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/10-3.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/job/10-4.htm">Mortal</a> <a href="/job/14-4.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/job/9-14.htm">Right</a> <a href="/job/9-15.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/job/11-6.htm">True.</a> <a href="/job/34-12.htm">Truth</a><div class="vheading2">Job 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/9-1.htm">Job acknowledges God's justice</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/9-22.htm">Man's innocence is not to be condemned by afflictions</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/9.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/9.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Yes, I know that it is so</b><br>Job acknowledges the truth of what has been previously stated by his friends, particularly the idea that God is just and that human beings are inherently flawed. This phrase reflects Job's awareness of the divine order and justice, which is a recurring theme throughout the book. It shows Job's understanding of the theological arguments presented by his friends, even if he disagrees with their application to his situation. This acknowledgment sets the stage for his deeper questioning of human righteousness before God.<p><b>but how can a mortal be righteous before God?</b><br>This question highlights the central theme of human righteousness and divine justice. In the context of the Old Testament, righteousness is often associated with adherence to the Law and moral integrity. However, Job's question points to the inherent limitations of human beings in achieving true righteousness by their own efforts. This reflects the broader biblical narrative that emphasizes the need for divine grace and intervention. The question anticipates New Testament teachings, such as those found in <a href="/romans/3-23.htm">Romans 3:23</a>, which state that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. It also foreshadows the need for a mediator, a role fulfilled by Jesus Christ, who provides the means for humans to be justified before God. This question underscores the tension between human imperfection and the holiness of God, a theme that resonates throughout Scripture.<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 his quest for understanding God's justice.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The Almighty Creator, whose righteousness and justice are central themes in the Book of Job. Job's question in this verse addresses the challenge of human righteousness in the presence of God's holiness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/bildad.htm">Bildad</a></b><br>One of Job's friends, whose speech in the previous chapter (Job 8) prompts Job's response in chapter 9. Bildad argues that God does not reject a blameless man, implying that Job's suffering must be due to some sin.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_heavenly_court.htm">The Heavenly Court</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the concept of a divine court where God judges humanity is an underlying theme in Job's discourse.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_land_of_uz.htm">The Land of Uz</a></b><br>The setting of the Book of Job, traditionally considered to be in the region of Edom or northern Arabia, where Job lived and experienced his trials.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_human_righteousness.htm">The Nature of Human Righteousness</a></b><br>Human righteousness is inherently flawed and insufficient when compared to God's perfect holiness. This understanding should lead to humility and reliance on God's grace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_quest_for_understanding.htm">The Quest for Understanding</a></b><br>Like Job, believers may struggle with understanding God's justice and their own standing before Him. This struggle is a part of the faith journey and should drive us to seek God more earnestly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_faith.htm">The Role of Faith</a></b><br>Faith in God's character and promises is essential, especially when circumstances challenge our understanding. Trusting in God's righteousness and justice is crucial for spiritual growth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_need_for_a_mediator.htm">The Need for a Mediator</a></b><br>Job's question points to the need for a mediator between God and humanity, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who provides the righteousness we cannot achieve on our own.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community.htm">The Importance of Community</a></b><br>Job's dialogue with his friends, though flawed, highlights the importance of community in wrestling with difficult questions. Believers should seek wise counsel and support from fellow Christians.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_are_noah_and_job_called_righteous.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20 claims no one is righteous—how does this align with biblical figures like Noah and Job who are described as righteous? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_evidence_supports_2_corinthians_9_9.htm">What archaeological or historical evidence supports the claim in 2 Corinthians 9:9 that God supplies resources to the righteous indefinitely?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_a_wise_god_allow_suffering.htm">In Job 9:4, how can an all-powerful God allow innocent suffering if He is truly wise and mighty?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_job_12_6_align_with_wicked's_fate.htm">In Job 12:6, how does the idea that 'the tents of robbers are at peace' harmonize with other scriptures that insist the wicked are eventually punished?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/9-2.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">“Yes,</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭מְנָם</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·mə·nām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_551.htm">Strong's 551: </a> </span><span class="str2">Verily, truly</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I know</span><br /><span class="heb">יָדַ֣עְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏa‘·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common 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">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḵî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[it is] so,</span><br /><span class="heb">כֵ֑ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḵên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> </span><span class="str2">So -- thus</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but how</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמַה־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mah-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Interrogative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4100.htm">Strong's 4100: </a> </span><span class="str2">What?, what!, indefinitely what</span><br /><br /><span class="word">can a mortal</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">be righteous</span><br /><span class="heb">יִּצְדַּ֖ק</span> <span class="translit">(yiṣ·daq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6663.htm">Strong's 6663: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be just or righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">before</span><br /><span class="heb">עִם־</span> <span class="translit">(‘im-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God?</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵֽל׃</span> <span class="translit">(’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_410.htm">Strong's 410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/9-2.htm">Job 9:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/9-2.htm">OT Poetry: Job 9:2 Truly I know that it is so (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/9-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 9:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 9:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/9-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 9:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 9:3" /></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>