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I won’t come down hard on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/33.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, no fear of me need terrify you; my pressure will not be heavy upon you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/33.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Surely no fear of me should terrify you; nor will my hand be heavy upon you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/33.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/33.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Surely no fear of me will terrify you, Nor will my hand be heavy on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/33.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Behold, no fear of me should terrify you, Nor should my pressure weigh heavily on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/33.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Behold, no fear of me should terrify you, Nor should my pressure weigh heavily on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/33.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Behold, no fear of me should terrify you, Nor should my pressure weigh heavily on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/33.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Behold, no dread of me should terrify you, Nor should my pressure weigh heavily on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/33.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Behold, I will not make you afraid or terrified of me [for I am only mortal and not God], Nor should any pressure from me weigh heavily upon you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/33.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Fear of me should not terrify you; no pressure from me should weigh you down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/33.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Fear of me should not terrify you; the pressure I exert against you will be light. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/33.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, Neither shall my pressure be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/33.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />so don't be afraid of me or what I might do. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/33.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my pressure be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/33.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />You certainly don't need to be terrified of me. I won't put too much pressure on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/33.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />So you have no reason to fear me; I will not overpower you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/33.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Don't be afraid of me; I'll go easy on you."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/33.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Surely no fear of me should terrify you; nor will my hand be heavy upon you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/33.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Therefore no fear of me should terrify you, nor should my pressure be heavy on you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/33.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Look, my terror shall not make you afraid, neither shall my pressure be heavy on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/33.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/33.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Behold, my terror will not make you afraid, neither will my pressure be heavy on you. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/33.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, my terror does not frighten you, "" And my burden on you is not heavy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/33.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Lo, my terror doth not frighten thee, And my burden on thee is not heavy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/33.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, and my hand shall not be heavy upon thee.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/33.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But yet let not my wonder terrify thee, and let not my eloquence be burdensome to thee. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/33.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />So, truly, do not let my wonders terrify you, and do not let my eloquence be burdensome to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/33.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Therefore fear of me should not dismay you, nor should I weigh heavily upon you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/33.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />No fear of me need terrify you; my pressure will not be heavy on you.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/33.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Therefore my admonishings will not make you to tremble, neither will my rebuke be heavy upon you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/33.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And now my dread will not shake you and my anxiety will not be a burden for you<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/33.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, Neither shall my pressure be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/33.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />My fear shall not terrify thee, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/33-7.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=5015" 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/33.htm">Elihu Rebukes Job</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>I am just like you before God; I was also formed from clay. <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2009.htm" title="2009: hin·nêh (Interjection) -- Lo! behold! Prolongation for hen; lo!">Surely</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">no</a> <a href="/hebrew/367.htm" title="367: ’ê·mā·ṯî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Terror, dread. Or remah; from the same as 'ayom; fright; concrete, an idol.">fear of me</a> <a href="/hebrew/1204.htm" title="1204: ṯə·ḇa·‘ă·ṯe·kā (V-Piel-Imperf-3fs:: 2mse) -- To fall upon, startle, terrify. A primitive root; to fear.">should terrify you;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō- (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">nor</a> <a href="/hebrew/405.htm" title="405: wə·’aḵ·pî (Conj-w:: N-msc:: 1cs) -- Pressure. From 'akaph; a load; by implication, a stroke.">will my hand</a> <a href="/hebrew/3513.htm" title="3513: yiḵ·bāḏ (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- Or kabed; a primitive root; to be heavy, i.e. In a bad sense or in a good sense (in the same two senses).">be heavy</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘ā·le·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">upon you.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>Surely you have spoken in my hearing, and I have heard these very words:…<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/89-7.htm">Psalm 89:7</a></span><br />In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/51-12.htm">Isaiah 51:12</a></span><br />“I, even I, am He who comforts you. Why should you be afraid of mortal man, of a son of man who withers like grass?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/1-8.htm">Jeremiah 1:8</a></span><br />Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/10-12.htm">Daniel 10:12</a></span><br />“Do not be afraid, Daniel,” he said, “for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a></span><br />Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-4.htm">Luke 12:4-5</a></span><br />I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. / But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear the One who, after you have been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear Him!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15</a></span><br />For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/7-5.htm">2 Corinthians 7:5</a></span><br />For when we arrived in Macedonia, our bodies had no rest, but we were pressed from every direction—conflicts on the outside, fears within.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/4-18.htm">1 John 4:18</a></span><br />There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/15-1.htm">Genesis 15:1</a></span><br />After these events, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/20-20.htm">Exodus 20:20</a></span><br />“Do not be afraid,” Moses replied. “For God has come to test you, so that the fear of Him may be before you, to keep you from sinning.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a></span><br />Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Behold, my terror shall not make you afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy on you.</p><p class="hdg">my terror</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/9-34.htm">Job 9:34</a></b></br> Let him take his rod away from me, and let not his fear terrify me:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/13-21.htm">Job 13:21</a></b></br> Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/88-16.htm">Psalm 88:16</a></b></br> Thy fierce wrath goeth over me; thy terrors have cut me off.</p><p class="hdg">my hand</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-4.htm">Psalm 32:4</a></b></br> For day and night thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/32-6.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/13-12.htm">Alarm</a> <a href="/job/7-20.htm">Burden</a> <a href="/job/32-15.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/job/18-11.htm">Frighten</a> <a href="/job/31-27.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/30-25.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/1_samuel/31-3.htm">Heavily</a> <a href="/job/23-2.htm">Heavy</a> <a href="/job/31-19.htm">Need</a> <a href="/job/32-15.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/1-12.htm">Pressure</a> <a href="/job/31-34.htm">Terrify</a> <a href="/job/31-23.htm">Terror</a> <a href="/job/31-6.htm">Weigh</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/39-20.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/psalms/31-22.htm">Alarm</a> <a href="/psalms/38-4.htm">Burden</a> <a href="/job/33-16.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/isaiah/17-2.htm">Frighten</a> <a href="/job/34-20.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/35-9.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/psalms/35-14.htm">Heavily</a> <a href="/job/39-11.htm">Heavy</a> <a href="/job/34-23.htm">Need</a> <a href="/job/41-9.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/psalms/55-3.htm">Pressure</a> <a href="/job/33-16.htm">Terrify</a> <a href="/job/39-20.htm">Terror</a> <a href="/psalms/38-4.htm">Weigh</a><div class="vheading2">Job 33</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/33-1.htm">Elihu offers himself instead of God to reason with Job</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/33-8.htm">He excuses God from giving man an account of his ways, by his greatness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/33-14.htm">God calls man to repentance by visions, by afflictions, and by his ministry</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/33-31.htm">He incites Job to attention</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/33.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/33.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Surely no fear of me should terrify you;</b><br>In this phrase, Elihu, a young man who has been listening to the dialogue between Job and his friends, speaks to Job. Elihu assures Job that he should not be afraid of him. This reflects a cultural understanding of respect and fear towards those who speak with authority. Elihu positions himself as a mediator, not as an adversary, which is significant in the context of the ancient Near Eastern culture where elders and those in authority were often feared. This phrase also echoes the biblical principle found in <a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>, where the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, suggesting that fear should be directed towards God, not man.<p><b>nor will my hand be heavy upon you.</b><br>Elihu promises that he will not oppress or burden Job with his words. This is important in the context of Job's suffering, as Job has felt oppressed by the accusations and harsh words of his friends. The imagery of a "heavy hand" is often used in the Bible to describe oppression or judgment, as seen in <a href="/exodus/9-3.htm">Exodus 9:3</a>, where God's hand is heavy upon the Egyptians. Elihu's assurance can be seen as a type of Christ, who invites those who are weary and burdened to come to Him for rest (<a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a>). This phrase highlights the contrast between human judgment and divine compassion, pointing to the ultimate relief found in God's grace.<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 loss of wealth, health, and family. His account is a profound exploration of suffering and faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/elihu.htm">Elihu</a></b><br>A younger friend of Job who speaks in <a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Job 32-37</a>. He offers a different perspective from Job's other friends, emphasizing God's justice and sovereignty.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_dialogue.htm">The Dialogue</a></b><br>Elihu's speech is part of a larger dialogue where Job and his friends discuss the reasons for Job's suffering. Elihu's approach is more respectful and aims to correct Job's understanding of God's ways.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_nature.htm">Understanding God's Nature</a></b><br>Elihu's words remind us that God does not desire to instill fear in His people. Instead, He seeks a relationship based on love and understanding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/approach_with_humility.htm">Approach with Humility</a></b><br>When addressing others, especially in matters of faith and correction, approach with humility and gentleness, as Elihu does with Job.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_justice.htm">God's Sovereignty and Justice</a></b><br>Recognize that God's ways are higher than ours, and His justice is perfect. Trust in His character even when circumstances are challenging.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/comfort_in_trials.htm">Comfort in Trials</a></b><br>In times of suffering, remember that God is not heavy-handed but offers comfort and strength. Lean on His promises and presence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_community.htm">Role of Community</a></b><br>Elihu's role shows the importance of community in providing perspective and support during trials. Engage with others in faith to gain insight and encouragement.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_33.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 33</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_12_tribes_of_israel.htm">Why did Peter walk on water?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_isaiah_33_16_align_with_righteous_suffering.htm">How does the promise of safety in Isaiah 33:16 align with observable instances of righteous people facing disaster historically?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_eliphaz_claim_innocents_don't_perish.htm">In Job 4:7, how could Eliphaz assert that no innocent person has ever perished when history shows countless examples of righteous people suffering?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'called_by_his_purpose'_mean.htm">How is Jesus represented in each book of the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/33.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) <span class= "bld">Neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee</span>--<span class= "ital">i.e.</span>, I will deal gently with thee, and not be harsh.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/33.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">My terror shall not make thee afraid. Thou canst feel no alarm at me; I cannot terrify thee, as God would</span> (<a href="/job/6-4.htm">Job 6:4</a>; <a href="/job/7-14.htm">Job 7:14</a>; <a href="/job/9-34.htm">Job 9:34</a>. etc.). <span class="cmt_word">Neither shall my hand</span> (literally, <span class="accented">my pack-saddle</span>) <span class="accented"><span class="cmt_word"></span>be heavy upon thee</span>. Thou wilt not feel my presence a burden, or be crushed under the weight of my words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/33-7.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">Surely</span><br /><span class="heb">הִנֵּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(hin·nêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2009.htm">Strong's 2009: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">no</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">fear of me</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֭מָתִי</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·mā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_367.htm">Strong's 367: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fright, an idol</span><br /><br /><span class="word">should terrify you;</span><br /><span class="heb">תְבַעֲתֶ֑ךָּ</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·ḇa·‘ă·ṯe·kā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1204.htm">Strong's 1204: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall upon, startle, terrify</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nor</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹא־</span> <span class="translit">(lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">will my hand</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝אַכְפִּ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’aḵ·pî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_405.htm">Strong's 405: </a> </span><span class="str2">A load, a stroke</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be heavy</span><br /><span class="heb">יִכְבָּֽד׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiḵ·bāḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3513.htm">Strong's 3513: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be heavy, weighty, or burdensome</span><br /><br /><span class="word">upon you.</span><br /><span class="heb">עָלֶ֥יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·le·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second 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/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/33-7.htm">Job 33:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/33-7.htm">OT Poetry: Job 33:7 Behold my terror shall not make you (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/33-6.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 33:6"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 33:6" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/33-8.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 33:8"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 33:8" /></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>