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They may rise high, but they have no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/24.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet God prolongs the life of the mighty by his power; they rise up when they despair of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/24.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet by His power, God drags away the mighty; though rising up, they have no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/24.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He draweth also the mighty with his power: he riseth up, and no <i>man</i> is sure of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/24.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“But <i>God</i> draws the mighty away with His power; He rises up, but no <i>man</i> is sure of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/24.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“But He drags off the mighty by His power; He rises, but no one has assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/24.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220But He drags off the valiant by His power; He rises, but no one has assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/24.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“But He drags off the valiant by His power; He rises, but no one has assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/24.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But He drags off the mighty by His power; He rises, but no one believes in his life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/24.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Yet God draws away the mighty by His power; He rises, but no one has assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/24.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet God drags away the mighty by his power; when he rises up, they have no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/24.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet God drags away the mighty by His power; when He rises up, they have no assurance of life. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/24.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet God preserveth the mighty by his power: He riseth up that hath no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/24.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />But God's mighty strength destroys those in power. Even if they seem successful, they are doomed to fail. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/24.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He draweth away the mighty also by his power: he riseth up, and no man is sure of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/24.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />[God] will drag away [these] mighty men by his power. These people may prosper, but they will never feel secure about life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/24.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />God, in his strength, destroys the mighty; God acts--and the wicked die. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/24.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />God prolongs the life of the strong by his power, but they get up in the morning without purpose in life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/24.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet by His power, God drags away the mighty; though rising up, they have no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/24.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But God drags off the mighty by his power; when God rises up against him, he has no faith in his life. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/24.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Yet he preserves the mighty by his power. He rises up who has no assurance of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/24.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He draweth also the mighty with his power: he riseth up, and no man is sure of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/24.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yet God preserves the mighty by his power. He rises up who has no assurance of life. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/24.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And [God] has drawn the mighty by His power, "" He rises, and none believes in life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/24.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And hath drawn the mighty by his power, He riseth, and none believeth in life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/24.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he drew the mighty in his power: he will rise up and none shall be sure in living.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/24.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He hath pulled down the strong by his might: and when he standeth up, he shall not trust to his life. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/24.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He has pulled down the strong by his strength, and, when he stands up, he will not have trust in his life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/24.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He sustains the mighty by his strength, to him who rises without assurance of his life <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/24.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet God prolongs the life of the mighty by his power; they rise up when they despair of life.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/24.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The wealth of a man of power is sustained by his own strength; he does not depend on divine guidance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/24.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the property of a mighty one shall stand by his power, and he will not believe in a vision<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/24.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />He draweth away the mighty also by his power; He riseth up, and he trusteth not his own life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/24.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And in wrath he has overthrown the helpless: therefore when he has arisen, <i>a man</i> will not feel secure of his own life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/24-22.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=3791" 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/24.htm">Job: Judgment for the Wicked</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>They prey on the barren and childless, and show no kindness to the widow. <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3581.htm" title="3581: bə·ḵō·ḥōw (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Or kowach; from an unused root meaning to be firm; vigor, literally or figuratively; also a large lizard.">Yet by His power,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4900.htm" title="4900: ū·mā·šaḵ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjPerf-3ms) -- To draw, drag. A primitive root; to draw, used in a great variety of applications.">God drags away</a> <a href="/hebrew/47.htm" title="47: ’ab·bî·rîm (Adj-mp) -- Mighty, valiant. For 'abiyr.">the mighty;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6965.htm" title="6965: yā·qūm (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To arise, stand up, stand. A primitive root; to rise.">though rising up,</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.">they have no</a> <a href="/hebrew/539.htm" title="539: ya·’ă·mîn (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To confirm, support. ">assurance</a> <a href="/hebrew/2416.htm" title="2416: ba·ḥay·yîn (Prep-b, Art:: N-mp) -- Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life. From chayah; alive; hence, raw; fresh, strong; also life, whether literally or figuratively.">of life.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>He gives them a sense of security, but His eyes are on their ways.…<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/37-35.htm">Psalm 37:35-36</a></span><br />I have seen a wicked, ruthless man flourishing like a well-rooted native tree, / yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched, he could not be found.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/73-18.htm">Psalm 73:18-20</a></span><br />Surely You set them on slick ground; You cast them down into ruin. / How suddenly they are laid waste, completely swept away by terrors! / Like one waking from a dream, so You, O Lord, awaken and despise their form.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/14-12.htm">Isaiah 14:12-15</a></span><br />How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1-2</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease? / You planted them, and they have taken root. They have grown and produced fruit. You are ever on their lips, but far from their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/1-13.htm">Habakkuk 1:13</a></span><br />Your eyes are too pure to look upon evil, and You cannot tolerate wrongdoing. So why do You tolerate the faithless? Why are You silent while the wicked swallow up those more righteous than themselves?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/10-2.htm">Psalm 10:2-6</a></span><br />In pride the wicked pursue the needy; let them be caught in the schemes they devise. / For the wicked man boasts in the cravings of his heart; he blesses the greedy and reviles the LORD. / In his pride the wicked man does not seek Him; in all his schemes there is no God. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-16.htm">Psalm 49:16-20</a></span><br />Do not be afraid when a man grows rich, when the splendor of his house increases. / For when he dies, he will carry nothing away; his abundance will not follow him down. / Though in his lifetime he blesses his soul—and men praise you when you prosper— ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-7.htm">Psalm 92:7</a></span><br />that though the wicked sprout like grass, and all evildoers flourish, they will be forever destroyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/8-12.htm">Ecclesiastes 8:12-13</a></span><br />Although a sinner does evil a hundred times and still lives long, yet I also know that it will go well with those who fear God, who are reverent in His presence. / Yet because the wicked do not fear God, it will not go well with them, and their days will not lengthen like a shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-23.htm">Isaiah 40:23-24</a></span><br />He brings the princes to nothing and makes the rulers of the earth meaningless. / No sooner are they planted, no sooner are they sown, no sooner have their stems taken root in the ground, than He blows on them and they wither, and a whirlwind sweeps them away like stubble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-45.htm">Matthew 5:45</a></span><br />that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-52.htm">Luke 1:52</a></span><br />He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-20.htm">Luke 12:20</a></span><br />But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-19.htm">1 Corinthians 1:19</a></span><br />For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-10.htm">James 1:10-11</a></span><br />But the one who is rich should exult in his low position, because he will pass away like a flower of the field. / For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its flower falls and its beauty is lost. So too, the rich man will fade away in the midst of his pursuits.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He draws also the mighty with his power: he rises up, and no man is sure of life.</p><p class="hdg">draweth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/3-8.htm">Esther 3:8-10</a></b></br> And Haman said unto king Ahasuerus, There is a certain people scattered abroad and dispersed among the people in all the provinces of thy kingdom; and their laws <i>are</i> diverse from all people; neither keep they the king's laws: therefore it <i>is</i> not for the king's profit to suffer them… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Daniel 6:4-9</a></b></br> Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he <i>was</i> faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/19-12.htm">John 19:12-16</a></b></br> And from thenceforth Pilate sought to release him: but the Jews cried out, saying, If thou let this man go, thou art not Caesar's friend: whosoever maketh himself a king speaketh against Caesar… </p><p class="hdg">no man is sure of life.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/esther/9-30.htm">Assurance</a> <a href="/job/15-22.htm">Believeth</a> <a href="/job/9-23.htm">Despair</a> <a href="/job/7-4.htm">Drags</a> <a href="/job/21-33.htm">Draweth</a> <a href="/job/20-25.htm">Drawn</a> <a href="/job/22-28.htm">Established</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Gets</a> <a href="/job/23-13.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/job/19-10.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/job/19-2.htm">Life</a> <a href="/job/24-1.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/23-6.htm">Power</a> <a href="/nehemiah/1-5.htm">Preserves</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-12.htm">Preserveth</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/8-12.htm">Prolongs</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Rise</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Rises</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Riseth</a> <a href="/job/21-7.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-23.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/job/18-14.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/11-14.htm">Valiant</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Assurance</a> <a href="/job/39-24.htm">Believeth</a> <a href="/job/41-25.htm">Despair</a> <a href="/psalms/10-9.htm">Drags</a> <a href="/job/33-22.htm">Draweth</a> <a href="/psalms/3-6.htm">Drawn</a> <a href="/job/28-25.htm">Established</a> <a href="/job/34-11.htm">Gets</a> <a href="/job/24-23.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/job/27-8.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/job/27-2.htm">Life</a> <a href="/job/26-14.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/25-2.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/31-23.htm">Preserves</a> <a href="/job/36-6.htm">Preserveth</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-27.htm">Prolongs</a> <a href="/job/25-3.htm">Rise</a> <a href="/job/27-7.htm">Rises</a> <a href="/job/27-7.htm">Riseth</a> <a href="/job/26-2.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/job/40-23.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/psalms/76-5.htm">Valiant</a><div class="vheading2">Job 24</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/24-1.htm">Wickedness often goes unpunished</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/24-17.htm">There is a secret judgment for the wicked</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'; 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Throughout the Book of Job, God's power is a central theme, highlighting His control over creation and human affairs. This aligns with other biblical passages such as <a href="/isaiah/40-26.htm">Isaiah 40:26</a>, which speaks of God's power in creation, and <a href="/romans/1-20.htm">Romans 1:20</a>, which discusses His eternal power and divine nature. The power of God is often depicted as both protective and corrective, serving His purposes in the world.<p><b>God drags away the mighty</b><br>This part of the verse reflects the idea that no human strength or status can withstand God's will. The "mighty" can refer to rulers, warriors, or those with significant influence. Historical context shows that ancient Near Eastern cultures often viewed kings and warriors as almost invincible, yet the Bible consistently portrays God as the ultimate authority over all. This is seen in the stories of Pharaoh in Exodus and Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel, where God demonstrates His power over mighty rulers.<p><b>though rising up</b><br>The phrase suggests an attempt by the mighty to assert themselves or resist. In the cultural context of the ancient world, rising up could imply rebellion or self-exaltation. This is reminiscent of the Tower of Babel narrative in <a href="/genesis/11.htm">Genesis 11</a>, where humanity's attempt to elevate itself is thwarted by God. It also echoes the pride of figures like Goliath, who rose up against Israel but was defeated by God's chosen servant, David.<p><b>they have no assurance of life</b><br>This highlights the transient nature of human power and life itself. Despite their might, these individuals cannot secure their own lives against God's will. This theme is prevalent in wisdom literature, such as Ecclesiastes, which speaks to the fleeting nature of life and human endeavors. It also connects to Jesus' teachings in the New Testament, where He emphasizes the futility of gaining the world but losing one's soul (<a href="/matthew/16-26.htm">Matthew 16:26</a>). The lack of assurance underscores the need for reliance on God rather than human strength.<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 endures immense suffering and questions the justice of God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The Almighty, who is sovereign over all creation and whose power is unmatched.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_mighty.htm">The Mighty</a></b><br>Refers to powerful individuals or rulers who, despite their strength, are subject to God's ultimate authority.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_book_of_job.htm">The Book of Job</a></b><br>A poetic and philosophical text in the Old Testament that explores themes of suffering, justice, and divine sovereignty.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_friends_of_job.htm">The Friends of Job</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who attempt to explain Job's suffering through traditional wisdom but fail to grasp the complexity of God's ways.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_over_power.htm">God's Sovereignty Over Power</a></b><br>Recognize that no matter how powerful individuals may seem, God's authority surpasses all human strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_illusion_of_security.htm">The Illusion of Security</a></b><br>Understand that earthly power and status do not guarantee security or assurance of life; true security is found in God alone.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_temporary_nature_of_earthly_power.htm">The Temporary Nature of Earthly Power</a></b><br>Reflect on the transient nature of human achievements and the importance of seeking eternal values.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_justice.htm">Trust in God's Justice</a></b><br>Even when the wicked seem to prosper, trust that God is just and will ultimately bring about His righteous purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_before_god.htm">Humility Before God</a></b><br>Cultivate humility, acknowledging that our lives are in God's hands and that we are dependent on His grace and mercy.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_24.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 24</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'trust_in_the_lord'_mean.htm">What does 'The Lord gives and takes away' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_day_of_christ's_meaning.htm">What secrets belong solely to the Lord?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_wicked_people_prosper_despite_psalm_37_9.htm">How can Psalm 37:9 ('evildoers shall be cut off') be taken seriously when many wicked individuals throughout history have lived long and prosperous lives?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_house_of_prayer.htm">What is the Divine Council concept?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/24.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(22) <span class= "bld">He draweth also the mighty.</span>--He now appears to revert to his former line, and describes another case--that, namely, of a great tyrant who draws others by his influence and example to the same courses.<p><span class= "bld">He riseth up, and no man is sure of his life.</span>--Being so completely under his sway.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/24.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He draweth also the mighty with his power</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> he draws to his side, and makes his helpers, those who are mighty, attracting them or compelling them to join him by the power which he already has. <span class="cmt_word">He riseth up, and no man is sure of life</span>. This is also the translation of the Revised Version. Some commentators, however, prefer to render, "He riseth up, when he has despaired of life; "<span class="accented">i.e.</span> the wicked man, when he has been brought into trouble, either sickness or danger of death at the hands of Justice, to men's surprise, "riseth up" - is delivered from the danger, and recovers his prosperity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/24-22.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 by His power,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכֹח֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵō·ḥōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3581.htm">Strong's 3581: </a> </span><span class="str2">A small reptile (of unknown species)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God drags away</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמָשַׁ֣ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mā·šaḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4900.htm">Strong's 4900: </a> </span><span class="str2">To draw, drag</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the mighty.</span><br /><span class="heb">אַבִּירִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ab·bî·rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_47.htm">Strong's 47: </a> </span><span class="str2">Mighty, valiant</span><br /><br /><span class="word">though rising up,</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֝ק֗וּם</span> <span class="translit">(yā·qūm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6965.htm">Strong's 6965: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arise, stand up, stand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they have no</span><br /><span class="heb">וְֽלֹא־</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">assurance</span><br /><span class="heb">יַאֲמִ֥ין</span> <span class="translit">(ya·’ă·mîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_539.htm">Strong's 539: </a> </span><span class="str2">To confirm, support</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of life.</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּֽחַיִּֽין׃</span> <span class="translit">(ba·ḥay·yîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - 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/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/24-22.htm">Job 24:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/24-22.htm">OT Poetry: Job 24:22 Yet God preserves the mighty by his (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/24-21.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 24:21"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 24:21" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/24-23.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 24:23"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 24:23" /></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>