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Can even a wise person benefit him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/22.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />“Can a person do anything to help God? Can even a wise person be helpful to him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/22.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />“Can a man be profitable to God? Surely he who is wise is profitable to himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/22.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Can a man be of use to God? Can even a wise man benefit Him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/22.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable unto God, as he that is wise may be profitable unto himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/22.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“Can a man be profitable to God, Though he who is wise may be profitable to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Can a strong man be of use to God, Or a wise one be useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/22.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Can a vigorous man be of use to God, Or a wise man be useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Can a vigorous man be of use to God, Or a wise man be useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />“Can a mighty man be of use to God, Or an insightful man be useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Can a vigorous man be of use to God, Or a wise man be useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Can a man be of any use to God? Can even a wise man be of use to him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Can a man be of any use to God? Can even a wise man be of use to Him? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/22.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable unto God? Surely he that is wise is profitable unto himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />What use are we humans to God, even the wisest of us? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/22.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable unto God? surely he that is wise is profitable unto himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"Can a human be of any use to God when even a wise person is only useful to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/22.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Can a human being be useful to God, since he, who is wise, is sufficient to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?Can a man be of use to God? Can even a wise man benefit Him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/22.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />"Is it to God that a strong man is of benefit? Is it to him that even a wise man is profitable? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />"Can a man be profitable to God? Surely he who is wise is profitable to himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable to God, as he that is wise may be profitable to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/22.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“Can a man be profitable to God? Surely he who is wise is profitable to himself. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />“Is a man profitable to God, "" Because a wise man is profitable to himself?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To God is a man profitable, Because a wise man to himself is profitable?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Shall a man profit to God as he understanding shall profit for himself?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Can man be compared with God, even though he were of perfect knowledge? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Can man be compared with God, even if he were perfect in knowledge?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/22.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable to God? Can a wise man be profitable to him? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />“Can a mortal be of use to God? Can even the wisest be of service to him?<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />O man, can you converse with God; are you equal with him in wisdom?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />“Do you, a man, speak with God , that you are equal with him in wisdom?<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Can a man be profitable unto God? Or can he that is wise be profitable unto Him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Is it not the Lord that teaches understanding and knowledge?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/22-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XAwuD5NuZq0?start=3380" 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/22.htm">Eliphaz Exhorts Job</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>Then Eliphaz the Temanite replied: <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1397.htm" title="1397: gā·ḇer (N-ms) -- Man. From gabar; properly, a valiant man or warrior; generally, a person simply.">“Can a man</a> <a href="/hebrew/5532.htm" title="5532: yis·kān- (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to be familiar with; by implication, to minister to, be serviceable to, be customary.">be of use</a> <a href="/hebrew/410.htm" title="410: hal·’êl (Art, Prep-l:: N-ms) -- God, in pl. gods. Shortened from 'ayil; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty.">to God?</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">Can even</a> <a href="/hebrew/7919.htm" title="7919: maś·kîl (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be, circumspect, intelligent. A primitive root; to be circumspect and hence, intelligent.">a wise man</a> <a href="/hebrew/5532.htm" title="5532: yis·kōn (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to be familiar with; by implication, to minister to, be serviceable to, be customary.">benefit</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘ā·lê·mōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">Him?</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>Does it delight the Almighty that you are righteous? Does He profit if your ways are blameless?…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-35.htm">Romans 11:35-36</a></span><br />“Who has first given to God, that God should repay him?” / For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/16-2.htm">Psalm 16:2</a></span><br />I said to the LORD, “You are my Lord; apart from You I have no good thing.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Luke 17:10</a></span><br />So you also, when you have done everything commanded of you, should say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done our duty.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-31.htm">1 Corinthians 10:31</a></span><br />So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/17-25.htm">Acts 17:25</a></span><br />Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-34.htm">Romans 11:34</a></span><br />“Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been His counselor?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-13.htm">Isaiah 40:13-14</a></span><br />Who has directed the Spirit of the LORD, or informed Him as His counselor? / Whom did He consult to enlighten Him, and who taught Him the paths of justice? Who imparted knowledge to Him and showed Him the way of understanding?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/9-12.htm">Proverbs 9:12</a></span><br />If you are wise, you are wise to your own advantage; but if you scoff, you alone will bear the consequences.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-14.htm">1 Chronicles 29:14</a></span><br />But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from You, and from Your own hand we have given to You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/50-9.htm">Psalm 50:9-12</a></span><br />I have no need for a bull from your stall or goats from your pens, / for every beast of the forest is Mine—the cattle on a thousand hills. / I know every bird in the mountains, and the creatures of the field are Mine. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-16.htm">Matthew 5:16</a></span><br />In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-7.htm">1 Corinthians 4:7</a></span><br />For who makes you so superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-7.htm">Romans 3:7</a></span><br />However, if my falsehood accentuates God’s truthfulness, to the increase of His glory, why am I still condemned as a sinner?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/35-6.htm">Job 35:6-8</a></span><br />If you sin, what do you accomplish against Him? If you multiply your transgressions, what do you do to Him? / If you are righteous, what do you give Him, or what does He receive from your hand? / Your wickedness affects only a man like yourself, and your righteousness only a son of man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/68-18.htm">Psalm 68:18</a></span><br />You have ascended on high; You have led captives away. You have received gifts from men, even from the rebellious, that the LORD God may dwell there.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Can a man be profitable to God, as he that is wise may be profitable to himself?</p><p class="hdg">a man</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/35-6.htm">Job 35:6-8</a></b></br> If thou sinnest, what doest thou against him? or <i>if</i> thy transgressions be multiplied, what doest thou unto him? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/16-2.htm">Psalm 16:2</a></b></br> <i>O my soul</i>, thou hast said unto the LORD, Thou <i>art</i> my Lord: my goodness <i>extendeth</i> not to thee;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/17-10.htm">Luke 17:10</a></b></br> So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do.</p><p class="hdg">as he that, etc.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/21-15.htm">Job 21:15</a></b></br> What <i>is</i> the Almighty, that we should serve him? and what profit should we have, if we pray unto him?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/10-13.htm">Deuteronomy 10:13</a></b></br> To keep the commandments of the LORD, and his statutes, which I command thee this day for thy good?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Proverbs 3:13-18</a></b></br> Happy <i>is</i> the man <i>that</i> findeth wisdom, and the man <i>that</i> getteth understanding… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/32-25.htm">Benefit</a> <a href="/job/14-4.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/job/21-34.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/job/15-3.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/job/20-20.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/19-5.htm">Use</a> <a href="/job/15-3.htm">Useful</a> <a href="/job/18-7.htm">Vigorous</a> <a href="/job/20-3.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/job/17-10.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/22-3.htm">Benefit</a> <a href="/job/25-3.htm">Possible</a> <a href="/job/22-3.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/job/33-27.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/job/22-20.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/22-3.htm">Use</a> <a href="/ezekiel/15-3.htm">Useful</a> <a href="/psalms/38-19.htm">Vigorous</a> <a href="/job/26-3.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/job/26-3.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Job 22</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-1.htm">Eliphaz shows that man's goodness profits not God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-5.htm">He accuses Job of various sins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-21.htm">He exhorts him to repentance, with promises of mercy</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/22.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/22.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Can a man be of use to God?</b><br>This rhetorical question posed by Eliphaz suggests the transcendence and self-sufficiency of God. In the context of the Book of Job, Eliphaz is challenging Job's understanding of his relationship with God. Theologically, this reflects the belief that God is omnipotent and does not require human assistance to fulfill His purposes. <a href="/psalms/50-12.htm">Psalm 50:12</a> supports this idea, where God declares His independence from human needs. Historically, this reflects the ancient Near Eastern understanding of gods as beings who were often thought to require human service, contrasting with the biblical portrayal of Yahweh.<p><b>Can even a wise man benefit Him?</b><br>Eliphaz continues by questioning whether human wisdom can add anything to God. This reflects the biblical theme of God's wisdom surpassing human understanding, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/55-8.htm">Isaiah 55:8-9</a>, where God's thoughts and ways are higher than those of humans. Culturally, wisdom was highly valued in ancient societies, including Israel, as seen in the wisdom literature like Proverbs. However, this statement emphasizes that even the greatest human wisdom is insignificant compared to God's infinite wisdom. This can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the New Testament revelation of Christ, who is described as the wisdom of God in <a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a>, indicating that true wisdom is found in a relationship with Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/eliphaz_the_temanite.htm">Eliphaz the Temanite</a></b><br>One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him. In this chapter, Eliphaz is speaking, offering his perspective on Job's suffering and the nature of man's relationship with God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>The central figure of the Book of Job, known for his patience and faithfulness amidst severe trials and suffering. Job's account is set in the land of Uz.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The Almighty Creator, whose sovereignty and wisdom are central themes in the Book of Job. The question posed by Eliphaz challenges the notion of human utility to God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/teman.htm">Teman</a></b><br>A region in Edom, known for its wise men. Eliphaz is identified as a Temanite, suggesting his reputation for wisdom.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_dialogue.htm">The Dialogue</a></b><br>The ongoing conversation between Job and his friends, which explores themes of suffering, justice, and divine wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_self-sufficiency.htm">God's Sovereignty and Self-Sufficiency</a></b><br>God is complete and perfect in Himself. He does not need anything from us to be fulfilled or complete. Our relationship with Him is not based on what we can offer but on His grace and love.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/human_limitations_and_dependence_on_god.htm">Human Limitations and Dependence on God</a></b><br>While humans cannot benefit God in a transactional sense, we are called to live in obedience and worship, which is for our benefit and His glory. Recognizing our limitations should lead us to humility and reliance on God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_and_its_true_source.htm">Wisdom and Its True Source</a></b><br>True wisdom acknowledges God's sovereignty and our dependence on Him. Human wisdom, like that of Eliphaz, can be flawed if it does not align with God's truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/purpose_of_good_works.htm">Purpose of Good Works</a></b><br>Our good works are not to benefit God but to reflect His character and bring glory to Him. They are an expression of our faith and gratitude for His grace.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 22</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_god_value_human_righteousness.htm">In Job 22:2–3, if God gains nothing from human righteousness, how do we reconcile this with other passages emphasizing God’s delight in obedience? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_definition_of_actual_grace.htm">How can a young man purify his path?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_the_sins_listed_in_the_bible.htm">What are the sins listed in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_job_question_god_in_job_10_2.htm">In Job 10:2, why does Job challenge God to clarify his wrongdoing if God is all-knowing and just?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/22.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) <span class= "bld">As he that is wise.</span>--It is probably an independent statement: "Surely he that is wise is profitable, &c."<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/22-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">“Can a man</span><br /><span class="heb">גָּ֑בֶר</span> <span class="translit">(gā·ḇer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1397.htm">Strong's 1397: </a> </span><span class="str2">A valiant man, warrior, a person simply</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be of use</span><br /><span class="heb">יִסְכָּן־</span> <span class="translit">(yis·kān-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5532.htm">Strong's 5532: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be familiar with, to minister to, be serviceable to, be customary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to God?</span><br /><span class="heb">הַלְאֵ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(hal·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_410.htm">Strong's 410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Can even</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a wise man</span><br /><span class="heb">מַשְׂכִּֽיל׃</span> <span class="translit">(maś·kîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7919.htm">Strong's 7919: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, circumspect, intelligent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">benefit</span><br /><span class="heb">יִסְכֹּ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(yis·kōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5532.htm">Strong's 5532: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be familiar with, to minister to, be serviceable to, be customary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Him?</span><br /><span class="heb">עָלֵ֣ימוֹ</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·lê·mōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/22-2.htm">Job 22:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/22-2.htm">OT Poetry: Job 22:2 Can a man be profitable to God? 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