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Or let me speak to you, and you reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer; or let me speak, and you reply to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then call me, and I will answer, or let me speak, and You can reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer; Or let me speak, then You respond to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Then call and I will answer; Or let me speak, then reply to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Then call, and I will answer; Or let me speak, then reply to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Then call, and I will answer; Or let me speak, then reply to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer; Or let me speak, then respond to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Then [Lord,] call, and I will answer; Or let me speak, and then reply to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer, or I will speak, and you can respond to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer, or I will speak, and You can respond to me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Then call thou, and I will answer; Or let me speak, and answer thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then speak, and I will reply; or else let me speak, and you reply. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Then call thou, and I will answer; or let me speak, and answer thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Then call, and I'll answer. Otherwise, I'll speak, and you'll answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Speak first, O God, and I will answer. Or let me speak, and you answer me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then call and I'll answer, or let me speak and then you reply to me!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then call me, and I will answer, or let me speak, and You can reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer, or I will speak, and you respond to me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer; or let me speak, and you answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer, or let me speak, and you answer me. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And You call, and I answer, "" Or—I speak, and You answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And call Thou, and I -- I answer, Or -- I speak, and answer Thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And call and I will answer, and I shall speak, and turn thou to me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Call me, and I will answer thee: or else I will speak, and do thou answer me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Call me, and I will answer you, or else I will speak, and you can answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Then call me, and I will respond; or let me speak first, and answer me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Then call, and I will answer; or let me speak, and you reply to me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Then call thou me, and I will answer; or let me speak, and answer thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Call me and I shall answer, or I shall speak and bring me an answer<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Then call Thou, and I will answer; Or let me speak, and answer Thou me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Then shalt thou call, and I will hearken to thee: or thou shalt speak, and I will give thee an answer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/13-22.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=2046" 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/13.htm">Job Reproves His Friends</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>Withdraw Your hand from me, and do not let Your terror frighten me. <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7121.htm" title="7121: ū·qə·rā (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To call, proclaim, read. A primitive root; to call out to.">Then call me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/595.htm" title="595: wə·’ā·nō·ḵî (Conj-w:: Pro-1cs) -- I. Sometimes; a primitive pro. I.">and I</a> <a href="/hebrew/6030.htm" title="6030: ’e·‘ĕ·neh (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To answer, respond.">will answer,</a> <a href="/hebrew/176.htm" title="176: ’ōw- (Conj) -- Or. Presumed to be the constructive or genitival form of -av; short for 'avvah; desire; hence or, also if.">or</a> <a href="/hebrew/1696.htm" title="1696: ’ă·ḏab·bêr (V-Piel-Imperf-1cs) -- To speak. A primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively, to speak; rarely to subdue.">let me speak,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: wa·hă·šî·ḇê·nî (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 1cs) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">and You can reply.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>How many are my iniquities and sins? Reveal to me my transgression and sin.…<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="/isaiah/1-18.htm">Isaiah 1:18</a></span><br />“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/50-3.htm">Psalm 50:3-4</a></span><br />Our God approaches and will not be silent! Consuming fire precedes Him, and a tempest rages around Him. / He summons the heavens above, and the earth, that He may judge His people:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-1.htm">Isaiah 41:1</a></span><br />“Be silent before Me, O islands, and let the peoples renew their strength. Let them come forward and testify; let us together draw near for judgment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1</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?<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="/isaiah/43-26.htm">Isaiah 43:26</a></span><br />Remind Me, let us argue the matter together. State your case, so that you may be vindicated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/6-1.htm">Micah 6:1-2</a></span><br />Hear now what the LORD says: “Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. / Hear, O mountains, the LORD’s indictment, you enduring foundations of the earth. For the LORD has a case against His people, and He will argue it against Israel:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/17-3.htm">Psalm 17:3</a></span><br />You have tried my heart; You have visited me in the night. You have tested me and found no evil; I have resolved not to sin with my mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/139-23.htm">Psalm 139:23-24</a></span><br />Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns. / See if there is any offensive way in me; lead me in the way everlasting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-8.htm">Isaiah 50:8</a></span><br />The One who vindicates Me is near. Who will dare to contend with Me? Let us confront each other! Who has a case against Me? Let him approach Me!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-33.htm">Romans 8:33-34</a></span><br />Who will bring any charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies. / Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that was raised to life, is at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-20.htm">1 John 3:20-21</a></span><br />Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things. / Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a></span><br />Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/14-12.htm">Romans 14:12</a></span><br />So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-4.htm">1 Corinthians 4:4-5</a></span><br />My conscience is clear, but that does not vindicate me. It is the Lord who judges me. / Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then call you, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer you me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/9-32.htm">Job 9:32</a></b></br> For <i>he is</i> not a man, as I <i>am, that</i> I should answer him, <i>and</i> we should come together in judgment.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/38-3.htm">Job 38:3</a></b></br> Gird up now thy loins like a man; for I will demand of thee, and answer thou me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/40-4.htm">Job 40:4,5</a></b></br> Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/13-18.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/13-8.htm">Forward</a> <a href="/job/12-16.htm">Sound</a> <a href="/job/13-13.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/job/9-19.htm">Summon</a> <a href="/job/9-16.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/13-25.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/23-8.htm">Forward</a> <a href="/job/14-15.htm">Sound</a> <a href="/job/16-4.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/job/19-16.htm">Summon</a> <a href="/job/14-15.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Job 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/13-1.htm">Job reproves his friends for partiality</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/13-14.htm">He professes his confidence in God; </a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/13-19.htm">and entreats to know his own sins, and God's purpose in afflicting him</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/13.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/13.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Then call me, and I will answer</b><br>In this phrase, Job expresses his desire for a direct dialogue with God. This reflects the ancient Near Eastern practice where individuals sought divine communication through prayer or other means. Job's request for God to call him indicates his readiness to defend his integrity and righteousness. This mirrors the relationship between God and His people, where God often initiates communication, as seen in the calling of prophets like Samuel (<a href="/1_samuel/3-4.htm">1 Samuel 3:4-10</a>). Job's confidence in answering God also highlights his belief in his innocence and his desire for vindication.<p><b>or let me speak, and You can reply</b><br>Here, Job seeks an opportunity to present his case before God, akin to a legal setting where both parties have the chance to speak. This reflects the judicial practices of the time, where a defendant could plead their case before a judge. Job's request for God to reply underscores his belief in God's justice and fairness. This dialogue format is reminiscent of the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where God listens and responds to His people's cries, as seen in the Psalms (<a href="/psalms/4.htm">Psalm 4:1</a>). Job's plea also foreshadows the mediatory role of Jesus Christ, who intercedes on behalf of humanity, providing a way for direct communication with God (<a href="/hebrews/7-25.htm">Hebrews 7:25</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, known for his immense suffering and unwavering faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The Almighty Creator, whom Job is addressing in this verse. Job desires a direct dialogue with God to understand his suffering.<br><br>3. <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.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/job's_friends.htm">Job's Friends</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who visit Job to offer comfort but end up arguing with him about the reasons for his suffering.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_heavenly_court.htm">The Heavenly Court</a></b><br>The unseen realm where God and Satan discuss Job's faithfulness, setting the stage for Job's trials.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/desire_for_divine_dialogue.htm">Desire for Divine Dialogue</a></b><br>Job's request to speak with God highlights the importance of seeking a personal relationship with the Creator. Believers are encouraged to bring their questions and concerns to God in prayer.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_amidst_silence.htm">Faith Amidst Silence</a></b><br>Even when God seems silent, like in Job's situation, faith requires trusting in His wisdom and timing. This teaches patience and perseverance in trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_honest_prayer.htm">The Role of Honest Prayer</a></b><br>Job's candidness with God demonstrates that honest and heartfelt prayer is valued. Believers should feel free to express their true feelings to God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_suffering.htm">Understanding Suffering</a></b><br>Job's plea for answers reflects the human struggle to understand suffering. This encourages believers to seek God's perspective and comfort in difficult times.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_wisdom.htm">God's Sovereignty and Wisdom</a></b><br>While Job desires answers, the broader account reminds us of God's ultimate wisdom and sovereignty, which surpass human understanding.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_paul_insult_the_high_priest.htm">Acts 23:2-5 - Why would Paul insult the high priest if he claimed to follow Jewish law and respect its leaders?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_won't_the_angel_reveal_his_name.htm">In Judges 13:17-18, why does the angel refuse to give his name, raising questions about authenticity and origin?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_habakkuk_1_2_with_swift_god.htm">How can the prophet's frustration over God's silence (Habakkuk 1:2) be reconciled with other biblical passages emphasizing God's swift intervention?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_god_test_but_not_tempt.htm">James 1:13 states God does not tempt anyone, yet other passages show God testing people; how can these be reconciled?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Then call thou, and I will answer</span>. "Then" - when I am free from suffering, both mental and bodily - implead me, bring thy charges against me, and I will answer them. As Mr. Fronds observes, "Job himself had been educated in the same creed" as his comforters; "he, too, had been taught to see the hand of God in the outward dispensation" ('Short Studies,' vol. 1. p. 300). He therefore assumes that God will have a particular charge to make against him, in connection with each of the calamities that have come on him, and he is prepared to face these changes and confute them. At the same time, he is undoubtedly much confused and perplexed, not knowing how to reconcile his traditional belief with his internal consciousness of innocence. <span class="cmt_word">Or let me speak, and answer thou me</span>. "Let me," <span class="accented">i.e.</span> "take the initiative, if thou preferrest it so - let me ask the questions, and do thou answer." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/13-22.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">Then call me,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֭קְרָא</span> <span class="translit">(ū·qə·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7121.htm">Strong's 7121: </a> </span><span class="str2">To call, proclaim, read</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and I</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאָנֹכִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ā·nō·ḵî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_595.htm">Strong's 595: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will answer,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶֽעֱנֶ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(’e·‘ĕ·neh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6030.htm">Strong's 6030: </a> </span><span class="str2">To answer, respond</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or</span><br /><span class="heb">אֽוֹ־</span> <span class="translit">(’ōw-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_176.htm">Strong's 176: </a> </span><span class="str2">Desire, if</span><br /><br /><span class="word">let me speak,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲ֝דַבֵּ֗ר</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḏab·bêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1696.htm">Strong's 1696: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arrange, to speak, to subdue</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and You can reply.</span><br /><span class="heb">וַהֲשִׁיבֵֽנִי׃</span> <span class="translit">(wa·hă·šî·ḇê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn back, in, to retreat, again</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/13-22.htm">Job 13:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/13-22.htm">OT Poetry: Job 13:22 Then call and I will answer (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/13-21.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 13:21"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 13:21" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/13-23.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 13:23"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 13:23" /></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>