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(Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/job/11.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/11.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied to Job:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite responded,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Zophar from Naamah said: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Then Zophar from Naama replied [to Job],<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Zophar from Naamath had this to say:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite spoke up and said: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar, the Naamathite, answered,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then Zophar, the Naamathite, answered, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And Zophar the Naamathite answers and says:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And Zophar the Naamathite answereth and saith: -- <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Zophar the Naamathite will answer and say,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Then Sophar the Naamathite answered, and said: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But Zophar the Naamathite, responding, said:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />And Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite answered:<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />THEN answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Tsuphar the Namthite answered and said:<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Then Sophar the Minaean answered and said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/11-1.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=1641" 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/11.htm">Zophar Rebukes Job</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">1</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6691.htm" title="6691: ṣō·p̄ar (N-proper-ms) -- One of Job's friends. From tsaphar; departing; Tsophar, a friend of Job.">Then Zophar</a> <a href="/hebrew/5284.htm" title="5284: han·na·‘ă·mā·ṯî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Inhab. of Naamah. Patrial from a place corresponding in name with Na'amah; a Naamathite, or inhabitant of Naamah.">the Naamathite</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mar (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6030.htm" title="6030: way·ya·‘an (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To answer, respond.">replied:</a> </span><span class="reftext">2</span>“Should this stream of words go unanswered and such a speaker be vindicated?…<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="/job/2-11.htm">Job 2:11</a></span><br />Now when Job’s three friends—Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite—heard about all this adversity that had come upon him, each of them came from his home, and they met together to go and sympathize with Job and comfort him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/4-1.htm">Job 4:1</a></span><br />Then Eliphaz the Temanite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/8-1.htm">Job 8:1</a></span><br />Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/15-1.htm">Job 15:1</a></span><br />Then Eliphaz the Temanite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/18-1.htm">Job 18:1</a></span><br />Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/20-1.htm">Job 20:1</a></span><br />Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/22-1.htm">Job 22:1</a></span><br />Then Eliphaz the Temanite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/25-1.htm">Job 25:1</a></span><br />Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/32-1.htm">Job 32:1-3</a></span><br />So these three men stopped answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. / This kindled the anger of Elihu son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram. He burned with anger against Job for justifying himself rather than God, / and he burned with anger against Job’s three friends because they had failed to refute Job, and yet had condemned him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/42-7.htm">Job 42:7-9</a></span><br />After the LORD had spoken these words to Job, He said to Eliphaz the Temanite, “My wrath is kindled against you and your two friends. For you have not spoken about Me accurately, as My servant Job has. / So now, take seven bulls and seven rams, go to My servant Job, and sacrifice a burnt offering for yourselves. Then My servant Job will pray for you, for I will accept his prayer and not deal with you according to your folly. For you have not spoken accurately about Me, as My servant Job has.” / So Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite went and did as the LORD had told them; and the LORD accepted Job’s prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-13.htm">Proverbs 18:13</a></span><br />He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-12.htm">Proverbs 26:12</a></span><br />Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:2</a></span><br />Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/29-13.htm">Isaiah 29:13-14</a></span><br />Therefore the Lord said: “These people draw near to Me with their mouths and honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me. Their worship of Me is but rules taught by men. / Therefore I will again confound these people with wonder upon wonder. The wisdom of the wise will vanish, and the intelligence of the intelligent will be hidden.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-1.htm">Matthew 7:1-5</a></span><br />“Do not judge, or you will be judged. / For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. / Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye? ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,</p><p class="hdg">Zophar.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/2-11.htm">Job 2:11</a></b></br> Now when Job's three friends heard of all this evil that was come upon him, they came every one from his own place; Eliphaz the Temanite, and Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite: for they had made an appointment together to come to mourn with him and to comfort him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/20-1.htm">Job 20:1</a></b></br> Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/2-11.htm">Naamathite</a> <a href="/job/42-9.htm">Na'amathite</a> <a href="/job/2-11.htm">Zophar</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/20-1.htm">Naamathite</a> <a href="/job/20-1.htm">Na'amathite</a> <a href="/job/20-1.htm">Zophar</a><div class="vheading2">Job 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/11-1.htm">Zophar reproves Job for justifying himself</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/11-5.htm">God's wisdom is unsearchable</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/11-13.htm">The assured blessing of repentance</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/11.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/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Then Zophar the Naamathite replied:</b><br>Zophar is one of Job's three friends who come to comfort him during his time of suffering. His name, Zophar, may mean "chirping" or "to leap," suggesting a character who is quick to speak or react. Zophar is often seen as the most dogmatic and impatient of Job's friends, representing a rigid theological perspective that emphasizes God's justice and the necessity of human repentance.<br><br>The term "Naamathite" indicates Zophar's geographical origin, likely from a place called Naamah. The exact location of Naamah is uncertain, but it is thought to be in the region of Arabia or possibly near Edom, based on the context of the narrative and the other friends' origins. This geographical detail highlights the diverse backgrounds of Job's friends, suggesting a wide-reaching reputation for Job and his plight.<br><br>Zophar's role in the dialogue is significant as he represents a traditional wisdom perspective that insists on a direct correlation between sin and suffering. His speeches are characterized by a lack of empathy and a strong conviction that Job must have sinned to deserve his suffering. This reflects a common ancient Near Eastern belief in retributive justice, where suffering is seen as a direct consequence of personal wrongdoing.<br><br>In the broader context of the Book of Job, Zophar's speeches contribute to the exploration of theodicy—the question of why a just God permits the suffering of the innocent. His arguments are countered by Job's insistence on his innocence and his demand for a direct audience with God. This tension between human understanding and divine wisdom is a central theme of the book.<br><br>Zophar's approach contrasts with the eventual revelation of God's wisdom, which transcends human understanding and challenges the simplistic application of retributive justice. In this way, Zophar's perspective serves as a foil to the deeper truths about God's nature and the complexity of human suffering that are revealed later in the narrative.<br><br>While Zophar does not directly foreshadow Christ, his role in the dialogue sets the stage for the ultimate revelation of God's character, which is fully realized in the New Testament through Jesus Christ. Christ's teachings and sacrifice provide a more profound understanding of suffering, grace, and redemption, offering a resolution to the questions raised in the Book of Job.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/z/zophar_the_naamathite.htm">Zophar the Naamathite</a></b><br>Zophar is one of Job's three friends who come to comfort him during his time of suffering. He is known for his direct and sometimes harsh approach. The term "Naamathite" indicates his origin, possibly from a place called Naamah, though its exact location is uncertain.<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 righteousness and immense suffering. Job's account is a profound exploration of faith, suffering, and divine justice.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_dialogue.htm">The Dialogue</a></b><br>This verse marks the beginning of Zophar's first speech to Job. It is part of a larger dialogue where Job's friends attempt to explain his suffering, often attributing it to sin.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_listening.htm">The Importance of Listening</a></b><br>Zophar's response to Job highlights the need for careful listening before speaking. In our interactions, especially when offering counsel, we should strive to understand the full context before responding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/approach_with_compassion.htm">Approach with Compassion</a></b><br>While Zophar intends to help, his approach lacks empathy. When supporting others, we should prioritize compassion and understanding over judgment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_complexity_of_suffering.htm">The Complexity of Suffering</a></b><br>Zophar's simplistic view of suffering as a direct result of sin is challenged throughout the Book of Job. This reminds us that suffering can be complex and not always a consequence of personal wrongdoing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_our_words.htm">Guarding Our Words</a></b><br>Zophar's speech serves as a reminder to be mindful of our words, ensuring they are edifying and not harmful, especially when addressing sensitive situations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_divine_wisdom.htm">Seeking Divine Wisdom</a></b><br>In situations of uncertainty, seeking God's wisdom through prayer and scripture can provide guidance beyond our limited understanding.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_job's_three_friends_visit_him.htm">Why did Job's three friends visit him?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_job_20_6-7_align_with_history.htm">In Job 20:6-7, how can Zophar's claim that the wicked perish quickly align with historical records showing many oppressive rulers prospered for extended periods?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_sheol_literally_underground_why_no_proof.htm">In Job 11:8, is Sheol literally beneath the earth, and if so, why is there no archaeological evidence of it?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_zophar_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Zophar the Naamathite in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div><span class= "bld">XI.</span><p>(1) <span class= "bld">Zophar, </span>the third of Job's friends, has a clearly defined character, distinct from that of the others; he is the ordinary and common-place moral man, who expresses the thoughts and instincts of the many. Eliphaz was the poet and spiritual man, who sees visions and dreams; Bildad was the man who rested on authority and appealed to tradition; Zophar is the man of worldly wisdom and common sense. In some respects he is the most offensive of the three. He is astonished that Job has not been silenced by the replies of the other two, and thinks he can do no less than help to silence him. Thus he at once begins with "a multitude of words," and "full of talk," and "lies," and "mockery." Zophar stands on a lower level, and drags Job down to it. He refracts his protestations of innocence against himself, and charges him with iniquity in making them. His longing also to come into judgment with God (<a href="/job/9-32.htm" title="For he is not a man, as I am, that I should answer him, and we should come together in judgment.">Job 9:32</a>) he turns back upon himself, being confident that it could not fail to convict him were he to do so.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 1-20.</span> - Zophar, the Naamathite, the third of Job's comforters (<a href="/job/2-11.htm">Job 2:11</a>), and probably the youngest of them, now at last takes the word, and delivers an angry and violent speech. He begins by accusing Job of having spoken at undue length, and at the same time, boastfully and mockingly (vers. 2-4). He then expresses a wish that God would take Job at his word, and really answer him, since he is sure that the result would be to show that Job had been punished much less than he. deserved to be (vers. 5, 6). Job's complaints against the justice of God's dealings he meets by an assertion of God's unsearchableness and perfect wisdom, which he contrasts with the folly of man (ver. 7-12). Finally, he suggests that a stricken man, being guilty, should humble himself, put away his iniquity, and turn to God, in which ease he may expect a restoration to favour. Otherwise, he has only to look for wretchedness, failure, and despair (vers. 18-20). <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 1.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said</span> (see the comment on Job 2:11). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/11-1.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 Zophar</span><br /><span class="heb">צֹפַ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(ṣō·p̄ar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6691.htm">Strong's 6691: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zophar -- one of Job's friends</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Naamathite</span><br /><span class="heb">הַֽנַּעֲמָתִ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(han·na·‘ă·mā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5284.htm">Strong's 5284: </a> </span><span class="str2">Naamathite -- inhabitant of Naamah</span><br /><br /><span class="word">replied:</span><br /><span class="heb">וַ֭יַּעַן</span> <span class="translit">(way·ya·‘an)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine 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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/11-1.htm">Job 11:1 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/11-1.htm">OT Poetry: Job 11:1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/10-22.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 10:22"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 10:22" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/11-2.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 11:2"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 11:2" /></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>