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Nor does spear, dart, or javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/41.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“The sword that reaches him cannot prevail, Nor the spear, the dart, or the javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/41.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220The sword that reaches him cannot avail, Nor the spear, the dart or the javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/41.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“The sword that reaches him cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, or the javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/41.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The sword that reaches it cannot avail, Nor the spear, the dart, or the javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/41.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“The sword that reaches him cannot avail, Nor [does] the spear, the dart, or the javelin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/41.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The sword that reaches him will have no effect, nor will a spear, dart, or arrow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/41.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The sword that reaches him will have no effect, nor will a spear, dart, or arrow. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/41.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/41.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />No sword or spear can harm it, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/41.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />If one lay at him with the sword, it cannot avail; nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/41.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A sword may strike it but not pierce it. Neither will a spear, lance, or dart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/41.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />There is no sword that can wound him; no spear or arrow or lance that can harm him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/41.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Thrusting at him with a sword won't be effective, nor will spears, darts, or javelins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/41.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The sword that reaches him has no effect, nor does the spear or dart or arrow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/41.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Whoever strikes it with a sword will have no effect, nor with the spear, arrow, or dart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/41.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />If one attacks him with the sword, it can't prevail; nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/41.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The sword of him that attacketh him cannot hold: the spear, the dart, nor the habergeon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/41.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />If one attacks him with the sword, it can’t prevail; nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/41.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The sword of his overtaker does not stand, "" Spear, dart, and breastplate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/41.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The sword of his overtaker standeth not, Spear -- dart -- and lance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/41.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The sword reaching him, shall not be raised up: the spear, the dart, and the coat of mail.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/41.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />When a sword shall lay at him, it shall not be able to hold, nor a spear, nor a breastplate. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/41.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 41:17>When a sword catches up with him, it will not be able to settle in, nor a spear, nor a breastplate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/41.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Should a sword reach him, it will not avail; nor will spear, dart, or javelin. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/41.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Though the sword reaches it, it does not avail, nor does the spear, the dart, or the javelin.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/41.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Because of the fear of him, the mighty are afraid;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/41.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The cut of the sword cannot remain; he bears the lances of great ones<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/41.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />If one lay at him with the sword, it will not hold; Nor the spear, the dart, nor the pointed shaft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/41.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />If spears should come against him, <i>men</i> will effect nothing, <i>either with</i> the spear or the breast-plate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/41-26.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=6537" 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/41.htm">God's Power Shown in Leviathan</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">25</span>When Leviathan rises up, the mighty are terrified; they withdraw before his thrashing. <span class="reftext">26</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2719.htm" title="2719: ḥe·reḇ (N-fs) -- A sword. From charab; drought; also a cutting instrument, as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement.">The sword</a> <a href="/hebrew/5381.htm" title="5381: maś·śî·ḡê·hū (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-msc:: 3ms) -- To reach, overtake. A primitive root; to reach.">that reaches him</a> <a href="/hebrew/1097.htm" title="1097: bə·lî (Adv) -- From balah; properly, failure, i.e. Nothing or destruction; usually without, not yet, because not, as long as, etc.">has no</a> <a href="/hebrew/6965.htm" title="6965: ṯā·qūm (V-Qal-Imperf-3fs) -- To arise, stand up, stand. A primitive root; to rise.">effect,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2595.htm" title="2595: ḥă·nîṯ (N-fs) -- A spear. From chanah; a lance.">nor does the spear</a> <a href="/hebrew/4551.htm" title="4551: mas·sā‘ (N-ms) -- A quarry or quarrying. From naca' in the sense of projecting; a missile; also a quarry.">or dart</a> <a href="/hebrew/8302.htm" title="8302: wə·šir·yāh (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Body armor. Or shiryon; and shiryan; also shiryah; and shiryonah; from sharah in the original sense of turning; a corslet.">or arrow.</a> </span><span class="reftext">27</span>He regards iron as straw and bronze as rotten wood.…<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/18-34.htm">Psalm 18:34</a></span><br />He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/27-1.htm">Isaiah 27:1</a></span><br />In that day the LORD will take His sharp, great, and mighty sword, and bring judgment on Leviathan the fleeing serpent—Leviathan the coiling serpent—and He will slay the dragon of the sea.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/44-6.htm">Psalm 44:6</a></span><br />For I do not trust in my bow, nor does my sword save me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/51-20.htm">Jeremiah 51:20-23</a></span><br />“You are My war club, My weapon for battle. With you I shatter nations; with you I bring kingdoms to ruin. / With you I shatter the horse and rider; with you I shatter the chariot and driver. / With you I shatter man and woman; with you I shatter the old man and the youth; with you I shatter the young man and the maiden. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-13.htm">Psalm 91:13</a></span><br />You will tread on the lion and cobra; you will trample the young lion and serpent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-15.htm">Isaiah 41:15-16</a></span><br />Behold, I will make you into a threshing sledge, new and sharp, with many teeth. You will thresh the mountains and crush them, and reduce the hills to chaff. / You will winnow them, and a wind will carry them away; a gale will scatter them. But you will rejoice in the LORD; you will glory in the Holy One of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/144-1.htm">Psalm 144:1</a></span><br />Of David. Blessed be the LORD, my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-17.htm">Isaiah 59:17</a></span><br />He put on righteousness like a breastplate, and the helmet of salvation on His head; He put on garments of vengeance and wrapped Himself in a cloak of zeal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/10-4.htm">2 Corinthians 10:4</a></span><br />The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-11.htm">Ephesians 6:11-17</a></span><br />Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes. / For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. / Therefore take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground, and having done everything, to stand. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a></span><br />For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/19-15.htm">Revelation 19:15</a></span><br />And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/17-45.htm">1 Samuel 17:45-47</a></span><br />But David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD of Hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. / This day the LORD will deliver you into my hand. This day I will strike you down, cut off your head, and give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds of the air and the creatures of the earth. Then the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel. / And all those assembled here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give all of you into our hands.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-35.htm">2 Samuel 22:35</a></span><br />He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/7-12.htm">Psalm 7:12-13</a></span><br />If one does not repent, God will sharpen His sword; He has bent and strung His bow. / He has prepared His deadly weapons; He ordains His arrows with fire.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The sword of him that lays at him cannot hold: the spear, the dart, nor the habergeon.</p><p class="hdg">The sword</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/39-21.htm">Job 39:21-24</a></b></br> He paweth in the valley, and rejoiceth in <i>his</i> strength: he goeth on to meet the armed men… </p><p class="hdg">habergeon.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/41-10.htm">Able</a> <a href="/job/39-23.htm">Arrow</a> <a href="/job/30-12.htm">Attacks</a> <a href="/job/36-19.htm">Avail</a> <a href="/job/41-21.htm">Dart</a> <a href="/job/35-8.htm">Effect</a> <a href="/exodus/39-23.htm">Habergeon</a> <a href="/job/39-10.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/job/41-13.htm">Iron</a> <a href="/job/39-23.htm">Javelin</a> <a href="/job/37-15.htm">Layeth</a> <a href="/numbers/1-17.htm">Pointed</a> <a href="/job/18-9.htm">Prevail</a> <a href="/job/20-6.htm">Reaches</a> <a href="/job/28-4.htm">Shaft</a> <a href="/job/41-7.htm">Sharp-Pointed</a> <a href="/job/39-23.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/job/14-2.htm">Standeth</a> <a href="/job/40-19.htm">Sword</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/41-28.htm">Able</a> <a href="/job/41-28.htm">Arrow</a> <a href="/psalms/3-1.htm">Attacks</a> <a href="/psalms/39-2.htm">Avail</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-23.htm">Dart</a> <a href="/job/42-2.htm">Effect</a> <a href="/exodus/28-32.htm">Habergeon</a> <a href="/psalms/5-10.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/job/41-27.htm">Iron</a> <a href="/job/41-29.htm">Javelin</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-16.htm">Layeth</a> <a href="/job/41-30.htm">Pointed</a> <a href="/psalms/9-19.htm">Prevail</a> <a href="/psalms/36-5.htm">Reaches</a> <a href="/isaiah/49-2.htm">Shaft</a> <a href="/amos/1-3.htm">Sharp-Pointed</a> <a href="/job/41-29.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/psalms/1-1.htm">Standeth</a> <a href="/psalms/7-12.htm">Sword</a><div class="vheading2">Job 41</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/41-1.htm">Of God's great power in the leviathan</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/41.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/41.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The sword that reaches him has no effect</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the invulnerability of the creature described in <a href="/job/41.htm">Job 41</a>, often identified as Leviathan. In the context of the ancient Near East, the sword was a primary weapon of warfare and personal defense. The imagery here suggests a creature of immense strength and resilience, impervious to human attempts to harm it. This can be seen as a metaphor for God's power and the futility of human efforts to challenge or control divine creation. Theologically, it underscores the theme of God's sovereignty and the limitations of human power, a recurring theme throughout the Book of Job.<p><b>nor does the spear</b><br>The spear, another common weapon in ancient times, was used for both hunting and combat. Its mention here reinforces the idea of Leviathan's impenetrability. Historically, spears were often used by infantry in battle, indicating that even organized military efforts would be ineffective against such a creature. This can be seen as a reflection of the broader biblical narrative where human strength and military might are often shown to be insufficient without divine support, as seen in stories like David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17).<p><b>or dart</b><br>The dart, a smaller projectile weapon, suggests precision and skill in its use. Its inclusion in this list highlights that neither brute force nor precision can overcome Leviathan. This can be connected to the biblical theme of human limitations in understanding and controlling the natural world, as seen in God's speeches to Job, where He questions Job's knowledge and power compared to His own (Job 38-41).<p><b>or arrow</b><br>The arrow, used in both hunting and warfare, symbolizes distance and reach. Its ineffectiveness against Leviathan suggests that no matter the strategy or approach, human efforts fall short. This can be linked to the broader biblical theme of reliance on God rather than human means, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/20-7.htm">Psalm 20:7</a>, which contrasts trust in chariots and horses with trust in the name of the Lord. The invulnerability of Leviathan serves as a reminder of the ultimate power and majesty of God, who alone can tame such a creature.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A righteous man tested by God through severe trials, including the loss of his wealth, health, and family. The book of Job explores themes of suffering, divine sovereignty, and human righteousness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/l/leviathan.htm">Leviathan</a></b><br>A powerful and fearsome creature described in <a href="/bsb/job/41.htm">Job 41</a>, often interpreted as a symbol of chaos or evil that only God can control. The description emphasizes God's unmatched power and wisdom.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The ultimate speaker in this passage, highlighting His sovereignty and the futility of human strength against His creation.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_friends_of_job.htm">The Friends of Job</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are part of the broader account, offering misguided counsel to Job about his suffering.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_ancient_near_east.htm">The Ancient Near East</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context of the Book of Job, where mythological creatures like Leviathan were part of the worldview, symbolizing chaos and disorder.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_over_creation.htm">God's Sovereignty Over Creation</a></b><br>The description of Leviathan serves as a reminder of God's unmatched power and control over all creation, including forces that seem insurmountable to humans.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/human_limitations.htm">Human Limitations</a></b><br>The ineffectiveness of human weapons against Leviathan illustrates the limitations of human strength and wisdom in the face of divine power.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_warfare.htm">Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>Just as physical weapons are ineffective against Leviathan, spiritual battles require spiritual weapons. Believers are called to rely on God's strength and the armor of God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_wisdom.htm">Trust in God's Wisdom</a></b><br>In times of suffering and confusion, like Job, we are encouraged to trust in God's wisdom and sovereignty, even when we do not understand His ways.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_before_god.htm">Humility Before God</a></b><br>Recognizing our limitations should lead us to humility and reverence before God, acknowledging that His ways and thoughts are higher than ours.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_41.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 41</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_include_myths_like_leviathan.htm">Why do biblical texts include myths like the Leviathan and Behemoth?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_term_'leviathan'_mean.htm">What does the term 'leviathan' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/leviathan_in_job_vs._other_sea_creatures.htm">How does the portrayal of Leviathan in Job 41 align or conflict with other biblical references to large sea creatures (e.g., Psalm 104:26 or Isaiah 27:1)? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_leviathan_so_realistic_in_job_41.htm">If Leviathan is a metaphorical creature, why does Job 41 depict it with such realistic physical traits and capabilities? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/41.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(26) <span class= "bld">The sword of him that layeth at him.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">As to one approaching him </span>(to slay him), <span class= "ital">his sword cannot stand; it will snap in his hand.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/41.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 26.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The sword of him that layeth at him cannot hold</span>. It either makes no impression or it snaps in his hand. Equally vain are the spear, the dart, and <span class="accented">the javelin.</span> Habergeon is a mistranslation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/41-26.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 sword</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶ֭רֶב</span> <span class="translit">(ḥe·reḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2719.htm">Strong's 2719: </a> </span><span class="str2">Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that reaches him</span><br /><span class="heb">מַשִּׂיגֵ֣הוּ</span> <span class="translit">(maś·śî·ḡê·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5381.htm">Strong's 5381: </a> </span><span class="str2">To reach, overtake</span><br /><br /><span class="word">has no</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּלִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1097.htm">Strong's 1097: </a> </span><span class="str2">Failure, nothing, destruction, without, not yet, because not, as long as</span><br /><br /><span class="word">effect,</span><br /><span class="heb">תָק֑וּם</span> <span class="translit">(ṯā·qūm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine 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">nor does the spear</span><br /><span class="heb">חֲנִ֖ית</span> <span class="translit">(ḥă·nîṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2595.htm">Strong's 2595: </a> </span><span class="str2">A lance</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or dart</span><br /><span class="heb">מַסָּ֣ע</span> <span class="translit">(mas·sā‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4551.htm">Strong's 4551: </a> </span><span class="str2">A quarry or quarrying</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or arrow.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשִׁרְיָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šir·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8302.htm">Strong's 8302: </a> </span><span class="str2">Body armor</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/41-26.htm">Job 41:26 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/41-26.htm">OT Poetry: Job 41:26 If one attacks him with the sword (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/41-25.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 41:25"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 41:25" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/41-27.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 41:27"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 41:27" /></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>