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Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the ruthless’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />deliver me from the hand of the enemy; redeem me from the grasp of the ruthless’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Or, ‘Deliver me from the enemy’s hand’? Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of oppressors’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Or, ‘Save me from the hand of the enemy,’ Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the tyrants’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Or, &#8216Deliver me from the hand of the adversary,&#8217 Or, &#8216Redeem me from the hand of the tyrants &#8216?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Or, ‘Deliver me from the hand of the adversary,’ Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the tyrants’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Or, ‘Give me escape from the hand of the adversary,’ Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the ruthless men’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Or, ‘Rescue me from the adversary’s hand,’ Or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the tyrants’?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />or “Deliver me from the enemy’s hand” or “Redeem me from the hand of the ruthless”?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />or &#8220Deliver me from the enemy&#8217s power&#8221 or &#8220Redeem me from the grasp of the ruthless"? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Or, Deliver me from the adversary's hand? Or, Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />or to purchase my freedom from brutal enemies? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Or, Deliver me from the adversary's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />or 'Rescue me from an enemy,' or 'Ransom me from a tyrant'?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />or to save me from some enemy or tyrant? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />or say 'Deliver me from my enemy's control,' or 'Redeem me from the domination of ruthless people'?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />deliver me from the hand of the enemy; redeem me from the grasp of the ruthless??<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Or 'Deliver me from the enemy's power, and from the hand of tyrants ransom me'? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />or, 'Deliver me from the adversary's hand?' or, 'Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors?'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />or, ‘Deliver me from the adversary’s hand?’ or, ‘Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors?’ <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And, Deliver me from the hand of an adversary? And, Ransom me from the hand of terrible ones?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And, Deliver me from the hand of an adversary? And, From the hand of terrible ones ransom me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And deliver me from the hand of the enemy? and from the hand of the strong ye shall redeem me?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Or deliver me from the hand of the enemy, and rescue me out of the hand of the mighty? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />or, “Free me from the hand of the enemy and rescue me from the hand of the strong?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Or “Deliver me from the hand of the enemy, redeem me from oppressors”? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Or, ‘Save me from an opponent’s hand’? Or, ‘Ransom me from the hand of oppressors’?<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Or rescue me from my oppressor's hands; or deliver me from the hand of the mighty?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And deliver me from the hands of my oppressors”, or “Save me from the hand of a mighty man”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />or: 'Deliver me from the adversary's hand'? Or: 'Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors' ?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />to deliver me from enemies, or to rescue me from the hand of the mighty ones?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/6-23.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=963" 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/6.htm">Job Replies: My Complaint is Just</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">22</span>Have I ever said, ‘Give me something; offer me a bribe from your wealth; <span class="reftext">23</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4422.htm" title="4422: ū·mal·lə·ṭū·nî (Conj-w:: V-Piel-Imp-mp:: 1cs) -- A primitive root; properly, to be smooth, i.e. to escape; causatively, to release or rescue; specifically, to bring forth young, emit sparks.">deliver me</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: mî·yaḏ- (Prep-m:: N-fsc) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">from the hand</a> <a href="/hebrew/6862.htm" title="6862: ṣār (N-ms) -- Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent. Or tsar; from tsarar; narrow; a tight place; also a pebble; an opponent.">of the enemy;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6299.htm" title="6299: tip̄·dū·nî (V-Qal-Imperf-2mp:: 1cs) -- To ransom. A primitive root; to sever, i.e. Ransom; gener. To release, preserve.">redeem me</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: ū·mî·yaḏ (Conj-w, Prep-m:: N-fsc) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">from the grasp</a> <a href="/hebrew/6184.htm" title="6184: ‘ā·rî·ṣîm (Adj-mp) -- Awe-inspiring, terror-striking. From arats; fearful, i.e. Powerful or tyrannical.">of the ruthless’?</a> </span><span class="reftext">24</span>Teach me, and I will be silent. Help me understand how I have erred.…<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/37-40.htm">Psalm 37:40</a></span><br />The LORD helps and delivers them; He rescues and saves them from the wicked, because they take refuge in 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="/psalms/50-15.htm">Psalm 50:15</a></span><br />Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a></span><br />When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-15.htm">Psalm 91:15</a></span><br />When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-10.htm">2 Corinthians 1:10</a></span><br />He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-17.htm">Psalm 34:17</a></span><br />The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/46-4.htm">Isaiah 46:4</a></span><br />Even to your old age, I will be the same, and I will bear you up when you turn gray. I have made you, and I will carry you; I will sustain you and deliver you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/4-18.htm">2 Timothy 4:18</a></span><br />And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/107-6.htm">Psalm 107:6</a></span><br />Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and He delivered them from their distress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/63-9.htm">Isaiah 63:9</a></span><br />In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31-32</a></span><br />What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? / He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-17.htm">Psalm 18:17</a></span><br />He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty for me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/49-25.htm">Isaiah 49:25</a></span><br />Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a></span><br />So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand? or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty?</p><p class="hdg">Redeem.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/5-20.htm">Job 5:20</a></b></br> In famine he shall redeem thee from death: and in war from the power of the sword.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48</a></b></br> After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/5-8.htm">Nehemiah 5:8</a></b></br> And I said unto them, We after our ability have redeemed our brethren the Jews, which were sold unto the heathen; and will ye even sell your brethren? or shall they be sold unto us? Then held they their peace, and found nothing <i>to answer</i>.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/2-7.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/psalms/78-61.htm">Adversary's</a> <a href="/job/5-15.htm">Clutches</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-27.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/job/5-19.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/esther/9-24.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/25-20.htm">Enemy's</a> <a href="/job/3-19.htm">Free</a> <a href="/job/6-9.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/esther/9-24.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/job/6-14.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/esther/4-7.htm">Money</a> <a href="/job/5-13.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/job/3-18.htm">Oppressor</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-27.htm">Oppressors</a> <a href="/job/6-22.htm">Power</a> <a href="/job/6-22.htm">Ransom</a> <a href="/job/5-20.htm">Redeem</a> <a href="/job/5-19.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/romans/1-31.htm">Ruthless</a> <a href="/job/6-21.htm">Terrible</a> <a href="/ezekiel/32-12.htm">Tyrants</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/18-34.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/16-9.htm">Adversary</a> <a href="/psalms/78-61.htm">Adversary's</a> <a href="/job/16-11.htm">Clutches</a> <a href="/job/10-3.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/job/10-7.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/job/13-24.htm">Enemy</a> <a href="/job/31-29.htm">Enemy's</a> <a href="/job/9-28.htm">Free</a> <a href="/job/7-1.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/27-7.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/job/8-2.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/31-39.htm">Money</a> <a href="/job/12-19.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/job/15-20.htm">Oppressor</a> <a href="/job/27-13.htm">Oppressors</a> <a href="/job/8-4.htm">Power</a> <a href="/job/33-24.htm">Ransom</a> <a href="/psalms/25-22.htm">Redeem</a> <a href="/job/10-7.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/job/15-20.htm">Ruthless</a> <a href="/job/15-20.htm">Terrible</a> <a href="/job/27-13.htm">Tyrants</a> <a href="/job/15-20.htm">Violent</a><div class="vheading2">Job 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/6-1.htm">Job shows that his complaints are not causeless.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/6-8.htm">He wishes for death, wherein he is assured of comfort.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/6-14.htm">He reproves his friends of unkindness.</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/6.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/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>deliver me from the hand of the enemy;</b><br>In this phrase, Job is expressing a desire for rescue from his adversaries. The "enemy" can be understood as both literal and metaphorical. In the context of Job's life, his "enemies" could be seen as the calamities and suffering he is enduring, which he perceives as attacks. Biblically, the concept of deliverance from enemies is a recurring theme, seen in the Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/18-17.htm">Psalm 18:17</a>) where David often cries out for deliverance from his foes. This reflects a deep reliance on God for protection and salvation. Theologically, it can also be seen as a foreshadowing of Christ's deliverance of humanity from sin and spiritual adversaries.<p><b>redeem me from the grasp of the ruthless’?</b><br>The term "redeem" here implies a transaction or a rescue, often associated with the kinsman-redeemer concept found in the Book of Ruth, where Boaz redeems Ruth and Naomi. This reflects the cultural practice of a family member stepping in to save or restore a relative in distress. The "ruthless" refers to those who are merciless and oppressive, possibly symbolizing the spiritual forces of evil or the harsh realities of life that Job is facing. This plea for redemption echoes the broader biblical narrative of God as the ultimate Redeemer, who delivers His people from bondage and oppression, culminating in the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on the cross, as seen in passages like <a href="/galatians/3-13.htm">Galatians 3:13</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, experiencing intense suffering and questioning the reasons behind it.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job's_friends.htm">Job's Friends</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who come to comfort Job but end up arguing with him about the reasons for his suffering.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_enemy.htm">The Enemy</a></b><br>In this context, it refers to those who oppress or cause harm, possibly both human adversaries and spiritual forces.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_ruthless.htm">The Ruthless</a></b><br>Those who are merciless and harsh, often causing suffering to others without remorse.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_land_of_uz.htm">The Land of Uz</a></b><br>The setting of the Book of Job, a region whose exact location is uncertain but is traditionally considered to be in the area of Edom or northern Arabia.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_suffering.htm">Understanding Suffering</a></b><br>Job's plea for deliverance highlights the reality of suffering in a fallen world. Believers can find solace in knowing that God is aware of their struggles and is a source of hope and redemption.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_deliverer.htm">God as Deliverer</a></b><br>The verse underscores the belief that God is capable of delivering His people from their enemies. This encourages believers to trust in God's power and timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_true_friends.htm">The Nature of True Friends</a></b><br>Job's friends initially came to comfort him but ended up being more of a burden. This teaches the importance of being a true friend who supports and uplifts others in their time of need.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_adversity.htm">Faith in Adversity</a></b><br>Job's cry for help is a reminder to maintain faith even when circumstances are dire. Believers are encouraged to seek God earnestly in prayer during trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_warfare.htm">Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>The mention of enemies and the ruthless can also be seen as a metaphor for spiritual battles. Christians are reminded to put on the full armor of God to stand firm against spiritual adversaries.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_54_7_align_with_david's_struggles.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 54:7's claim that God delivered the psalmist from all trouble with the ongoing struggles David faced elsewhere in Scripture?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_job_6_2-3_literal_or_metaphorical.htm">In Job 6:2-3, does the claim that Job's grief outweighs the sand of the seas present a literal impossibility or exaggerated metaphor?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_plead_for_godand#8217;s_attention_in_psalm_13_2.htm">Why does the psalmist plead for God's attention in Psalm 13:2 if other biblical texts claim God never abandons the faithful?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_put_us_through_tests.htm">Why does God put us through tests?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 23.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand?</span> rather, <span class="accented">from the hand of the violent</span> man. <span class="cmt_word">Or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty?</span> literally, of the oppressor (see the Revised Version). Job had not called on his friends to do any of these things. He had not worn out their patience by asking now for this, and now for that. But he had expected their compassion, and this was denied him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/6-23.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">‘deliver me</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמַלְּט֥וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mal·lə·ṭū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4422.htm">Strong's 4422: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be smooth, to escape, to release, rescue, to bring forth young, emit sparks</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the hand</span><br /><span class="heb">מִיַּד־</span> <span class="translit">(mî·yaḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the enemy;</span><br /><span class="heb">צָ֑ר</span> <span class="translit">(ṣār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6862.htm">Strong's 6862: </a> </span><span class="str2">Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">redeem me</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּפְדּֽוּנִי׃</span> <span class="translit">(tip̄·dū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6299.htm">Strong's 6299: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sever, ransom, gener, to release, preserve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the grasp</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִיַּ֖ד</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mî·yaḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the ruthless’?</span><br /><span class="heb">עָרִיצִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·rî·ṣîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6184.htm">Strong's 6184: </a> </span><span class="str2">Awe-inspiring, terror-striking</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/6-23.htm">Job 6:23 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/6-23.htm">OT Poetry: Job 6:23 Or 'Deliver me from the adversary's hand?' 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