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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/29.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />the chief men refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/29.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The princes stood in silence and put their hands over their mouths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/29.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />the princes refrained from talking and laid their hand on their mouth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/29.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/29.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The princes refrained talking, and laid <i>their</i> hand on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/29.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The princes refrained from talking, And put <i>their</i> hand on their mouth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/29.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“The leaders stopped talking And put <i>their</i> hands on their mouths;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/29.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220The princes stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/29.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“The princes stopped talking, And put <i>their</i> hands on their mouths;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/29.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The princes stopped talking And put <i>their</i> hands on their mouths;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/29.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The princes stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/29.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />City officials stopped talking and covered their mouths with their hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/29.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />City officials stopped talking and covered their mouths with their hands. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/29.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The princes refrained from talking, And laid their hand on their mouth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/29.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />while the older ones stood <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/29.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/29.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Princes held back [their] words and put their hands over their mouths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/29.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The leaders of the people would stop talking; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/29.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Nobles would refrain from speaking, covering their mouths with their hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/29.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/29.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />the chief men refrained from talking and covered their mouths with their hands; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/29.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The princes refrained from talking, and laid their hand on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/29.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/29.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The princes refrained from talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/29.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Princes have kept in words, "" And they place a hand on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/29.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Princes have kept in words, And a hand they place on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/29.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Chiefs held back in words, and they will put the hand to the mouth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/29.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The princes ceased to speak, and laid the finger on their mouth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/29.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The leaders stopped talking, and they placed a finder over their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/29.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Officials refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/29.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />the nobles refrained from talking, and laid their hands on their mouths;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/29.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The nobles held their peace, and laid their hands on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/29.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Princes were restrained in words, and they placed their hands on their mouths<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/29.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The princes refrained talking, And laid their hand on their mouth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/29.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the great men ceased speaking, and laid their finger on their mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/29-9.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=4288" 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/29.htm">Job's Former Blessings</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>the young men saw me and withdrew, and the old men rose to their feet. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8269.htm" title="8269: rîm (N-mp) -- Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince. From sarar; a head person.">The princes</a> <a href="/hebrew/6113.htm" title="6113: ‘ā·ṣə·rū (V-Qal-Perf-3cp) -- To restrain, retain. A primitive root; to inclose; by analogy, to hold back; also to maintain, rule, assemble.">refrained</a> <a href="/hebrew/4405.htm" title="4405: ḇə·mil·lîm (Prep-b:: N-fp) -- A word, speech, utterance. From malal">from speaking</a> <a href="/hebrew/7760.htm" title="7760: yā·śî·mū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To put, place, set. Or siym; a primitive root; to put.">and covered</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: lə·p̄î·hem (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 3mp) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">their mouths</a> <a href="/hebrew/3709.htm" title="3709: wə·ḵap̄ (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan. From kaphaph; the hollow hand or palm; figuratively, power.">with their hands.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>The voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roofs of their mouths.…<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/31-23.htm">Proverbs 31:23</a></span><br />Her husband is known at the city gates, where he sits among the elders of the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/3-3.htm">Isaiah 3:3</a></span><br />the commander of fifty and the dignitary, the counselor, the cunning magician, and the clever enchanter.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/lamentations/5-14.htm">Lamentations 5:14</a></span><br />The elders have left the city gate; the young men have stopped their music.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/31-28.htm">Proverbs 31:28</a></span><br />Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband praises her as well:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/29-10.htm">Isaiah 29:10</a></span><br />For the LORD has poured out on you a spirit of deep sleep. He has shut your eyes, O prophets; He has covered your heads, O seers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/amos/5-13.htm">Amos 5:13</a></span><br />Therefore, the prudent keep silent in such times, for the days are evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/7-16.htm">Micah 7:16</a></span><br />Nations will see and be ashamed, deprived of all their might. They will put their hands over their mouths, and their ears will become deaf.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/17-12.htm">Acts 17:12</a></span><br />As a result, many of them believed, along with quite a few prominent Greek women and men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/10-8.htm">1 Kings 10:8</a></span><br />How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-7.htm">1 Peter 3:7</a></span><br />Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-34.htm">1 Corinthians 14:34</a></span><br />Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/2-2.htm">Titus 2:2</a></span><br />Older men are to be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, love, and perseverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-17.htm">1 Timothy 5:17</a></span><br />Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-19.htm">James 1:19</a></span><br />My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-23.htm">1 Corinthians 12:23</a></span><br />and the parts we consider less honorable, we treat with greater honor. And our unpresentable parts are treated with special modesty,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth.</p><p class="hdg">refrained</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/4-2.htm">Job 4:2</a></b></br> <i>If</i> we assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/7-11.htm">Job 7:11</a></b></br> Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-19.htm">Proverbs 10:19</a></b></br> In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips <i>is</i> wise.</p><p class="hdg">laid</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/21-5.htm">Job 21:5</a></b></br> Mark me, and be astonished, and lay <i>your</i> hand upon <i>your</i> mouth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/40-4.htm">Job 40:4</a></b></br> Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/judges/18-19.htm">Judges 18:19</a></b></br> And they said unto him, Hold thy peace, lay thine hand upon thy mouth, and go with us, and be to us a father and a priest: <i>is it</i> better for thee to be a priest unto the house of one man, or that thou be a priest unto a tribe and a family in Israel?</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/12-24.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/job/29-4.htm">Covered</a> <a href="/job/29-4.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/27-23.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/job/28-21.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/job/24-1.htm">Laid</a> <a href="/job/26-4.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/job/16-10.htm">Mouths</a> <a href="/job/12-21.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/job/26-12.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/esther/5-10.htm">Refrained</a> <a href="/job/12-24.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/job/21-3.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/job/16-3.htm">Stopped</a> <a href="/job/18-2.htm">Talking</a> <a href="/job/26-11.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/29-25.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/job/31-33.htm">Covered</a> <a href="/job/29-20.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/30-2.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/job/29-10.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/job/31-9.htm">Laid</a> <a href="/job/29-10.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/job/29-10.htm">Mouths</a> <a href="/job/34-18.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/job/29-21.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/psalms/39-2.htm">Refrained</a> <a href="/job/34-18.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/job/32-4.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/job/32-1.htm">Stopped</a> <a href="/job/32-4.htm">Talking</a> <a href="/job/29-10.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Job 29</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/29-1.htm">Job bemoans his former prosperity</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/29.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/29.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The princes refrained from speaking</b><br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, princes were often seen as figures of authority and wisdom. Their refraining from speaking indicates a deep respect and acknowledgment of Job's wisdom and status. This silence can be compared to the reverence shown to wise leaders throughout the Bible, such as Solomon, whose wisdom was sought by many (<a href="/1_kings/4-34.htm">1 Kings 4:34</a>). The act of refraining from speaking also signifies humility and recognition of a greater authority, which is a recurring theme in the wisdom literature of the Bible.<p><b>and covered their mouths with their hands.</b><br>Covering the mouth with the hand is a gesture of awe and submission, often indicating that one is in the presence of someone greater or more knowledgeable. This action is symbolic of the respect and honor given to Job, reflecting his esteemed position in society. In biblical culture, gestures were significant in conveying respect and humility. This act can be seen as a parallel to the reverence shown to God, where silence and submission are appropriate responses to His majesty (<a href="/habakkuk/2-20.htm">Habakkuk 2:20</a>). Additionally, this gesture can be seen as a type of Christ, who, though deserving of all honor, was often met with silence and awe by those who recognized His true nature (<a href="/mark/4-41.htm">Mark 4:41</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A man of great faith and integrity, known for his patience and endurance through suffering. In this chapter, Job is reflecting on his past status and the respect he commanded.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/princes.htm">Princes</a></b><br>These are the leaders or nobles of the community who held positions of authority and influence. Their act of refraining from speaking signifies the high regard they had for Job.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_act_of_covering_the_mouth.htm">The Act of Covering the Mouth</a></b><br>This was a cultural gesture of respect and silence, indicating that the person speaking (Job, in this case) had wisdom and authority that demanded attention.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/respect_for_godly_wisdom.htm">Respect for Godly Wisdom</a></b><br>Just as the princes showed respect for Job's wisdom, we should honor and seek out godly wisdom in our lives. This involves listening to those who have walked faithfully with God and have insights to share.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_silence.htm">The Power of Silence</a></b><br>Silence can be a powerful tool in communication. It allows us to listen more effectively and shows respect for the speaker. In our interactions, we should practice being slow to speak and quick to listen.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_through_integrity.htm">Influence Through Integrity</a></b><br>Job's integrity and righteousness earned him respect and influence. As Christians, living a life of integrity can open doors for us to impact others positively and be a testimony of God's work in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultural_expressions_of_respect.htm">Cultural Expressions of Respect</a></b><br>Understanding cultural expressions of respect, such as covering the mouth, can enhance our appreciation of biblical accounts and help us apply similar principles of respect in our own cultural contexts.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_29.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 29</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_job_39_animals_fit_the_bible's_story.htm">Does the representation of these animals in Job 39 conflict with other biblical accounts of creation or does it harmonize with the broader biblical narrative?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_if_i_doubt_my_salvation.htm">What if I doubt my salvation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_allow_evil_to_reign.htm">In Job 9:24, the statement that the earth is handed over to the wicked seems to contradict God's sovereignty--why would an omnipotent God permit evil to reign?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_send_a_'lying_spirit'.htm">In 1 Kings 22:19-23, how can a just and holy God send a 'lying spirit' to deceive Ahab's prophets?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/29.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">The princes retrained talking.</span>--Comp. <a href="/isaiah/52-15.htm" title="So shall he sprinkle many nations; the kings shall shut their mouths at him: for that which had not been told them shall they see; and that which they had not heard shall they consider.">Isaiah 52:15</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/29.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The princes refrained talking</span>. The other head-men of the tribe, recognizing Job's superior rank and dignity, refrained from words as soon as he made his appearance, and in silence awaited what he would say. Perhaps we are scarcely to understand literally the further statement that they laid their hand on their mouth, which is probably as much an idiom as our phrase, "they held their tongues "(comp. <a href="/job/21-5.htm">Job 21:5</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/29-9.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">The princes</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׂ֭רִים</span> <span class="translit">(rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8269.htm">Strong's 8269: </a> </span><span class="str2">Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince</span><br /><br /><span class="word">refrained</span><br /><span class="heb">עָצְר֣וּ</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·ṣə·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6113.htm">Strong's 6113: </a> </span><span class="str2">To inclose, to hold back, to maintain, rule, assemble</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from speaking</span><br /><span class="heb">בְמִלִּ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·mil·lîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4405.htm">Strong's 4405: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a discourse, a topic</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and covered</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשִׂ֥ימוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yā·śî·mū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7760.htm">Strong's 7760: </a> </span><span class="str2">Put -- to put, place, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their mouths</span><br /><span class="heb">לְפִיהֶֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(lə·p̄î·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with their hands.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝כַ֗ף</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḵap̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine 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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/29-9.htm">Job 29:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/29-9.htm">OT Poetry: Job 29:9 The princes refrained from talking and laid (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/29-8.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 29:8"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 29:8" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/29-10.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 29:10"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 29:10" /></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>