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title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/job/5.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Resentment kills a fool, and envy slays the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/5.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Surely resentment destroys the fool, and jealousy kills the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/5.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely vexation kills the fool, and jealousy slays the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For resentment kills a fool, and envy slays the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/5.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/5.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For wrath kills a foolish man, And envy slays a simple one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“For irritation kills the fool, And jealousy brings death to the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/5.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220For anger slays the foolish man, And jealousy kills the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“For vexation slays the foolish man, And anger kills the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For vexation kills the ignorant fool, And jealousy puts to death the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“For anger slays the foolish man, And jealousy kills the simple (naive).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For anger kills a fool, and jealousy slays the gullible.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For anger kills a fool, and jealousy slays the gullible. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/5.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For vexation killeth the foolish man, And jealousy slayeth the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Envy and jealousy will kill a stupid fool. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/5.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For vexation killeth the foolish man, and jealousy slayeth the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Certainly, anger kills a stubborn fool, and jealousy murders a gullible person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/5.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />To worry yourself to death with resentment would be a foolish, senseless thing to do. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/5.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For wrath will slay a fool; zealous anger will kill the naive.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For resentment kills a fool, and envy slays the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/5.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For wrath kills the foolish person, and anger slays the silly one. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For resentment kills the foolish man, and jealousy kills the simple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/5.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For resentment kills the foolish man, and jealousy kills the simple. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For provocation slays the perverse, "" And envy puts to death the simple,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For provocation slayeth the perverse, And envy putteth to death the simple,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For to the foolish, and anger will slay, and the simple will jealousy kill.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Anger indeed killeth the foolish, and envy slayeth the little one. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Truly, anger condemns the foolish to death, and envy kills the petty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/5.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Surely impatience kills the fool and indignation slays the simpleton. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely vexation kills the fool, and jealousy slays the simple.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For anger kills the foolish man, and enmity slays the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/5.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because passion kills a stupid man and anger kills a fool<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/5.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For anger killeth the foolish man, And envy slayeth the silly one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/5.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For wrath destroys the foolish one, and envy slays him that has gone astray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/5-2.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=678" 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/5.htm">Eliphaz Continues: God Blesses those who Seek Him</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>“Call out if you please, but who will answer? To which of the holy ones will you turn? <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/3708.htm" title="3708: kā·‘aś (N-ms) -- Vexation, anger. Or kaoas; from ka'ac; vexation.">resentment</a> <a href="/hebrew/2026.htm" title="2026: ya·hă·rāḡ- (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To kill, slay. A primitive root; to smite with deadly intent.">kills</a> <a href="/hebrew/191.htm" title="191: le·’ĕ·wîl (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Foolish. From an unused root; silly.">a fool,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7068.htm" title="7068: qin·’āh (N-fs) -- Ardor, zeal, jealousy. From qana'; jealousy or envy.">and envy</a> <a href="/hebrew/4191.htm" title="4191: tā·mîṯ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3fs) -- To die. A primitive root: to die; causatively, to kill.">slays</a> <a href="/hebrew/6601.htm" title="6601: ū·p̄ō·ṯeh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; to open, i.e. Be roomy; usually figuratively to be simple or delude.">the simple.</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>I have seen a fool taking root, but suddenly his house was cursed.…<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="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Proverbs 14:29</a></span><br />A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Proverbs 27:4</a></span><br />Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:9</a></span><br />Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of a fool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-20.htm">James 1:20</a></span><br />for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-3.htm">Proverbs 19:3</a></span><br />A man’s own folly subverts his way, yet his heart rages against the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Proverbs 16:32</a></span><br />He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-22.htm">Matthew 5:22</a></span><br />But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-19.htm">Galatians 5:19-21</a></span><br />The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-16.htm">Proverbs 12:16</a></span><br />A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31</a></span><br />Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-11.htm">Proverbs 29:11</a></span><br />A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-8.htm">Colossians 3:8</a></span><br />But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a></span><br />for you are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and dissension among you, are you not worldly? Are you not walking in the way of man?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-24.htm">Proverbs 22:24-25</a></span><br />Do not make friends with an angry man, and do not associate with a hot-tempered man, / or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For wrath kills the foolish man, and envy slays the silly one.</p><p class="hdg">wrath.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/18-4.htm">Job 18:4</a></b></br> He teareth himself in his anger: shall the earth be forsaken for thee? and shall the rock be removed out of his place?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jonah/4-9.htm">Jonah 4:9</a></b></br> And God said to Jonah, Doest thou well to be angry for the gourd? And he said, I do well to be angry, <i>even</i> unto death.</p><p class="hdg">the foolish.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Psalm 14:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, <i>A Psalm</i> of David. The fool hath said in his heart, <i>There is</i> no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, <i>there is</i> none that doeth good.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/75-4.htm">Psalm 75:4</a></b></br> I said unto the fools, Deal not foolishly: and to the wicked, Lift not up the horn:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/92-6.htm">Psalm 92:6</a></b></br> A brutish man knoweth not; neither doth a fool understand this.</p><p class="hdg">envy.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/30-1.htm">Genesis 30:1</a></b></br> And when Rachel saw that she bare Jacob no children, Rachel envied her sister; and said unto Jacob, Give me children, or else I die.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/18-8.htm">1 Samuel 18:8,9</a></b></br> And Saul was very wroth, and the saying displeased him; and he said, They have ascribed unto David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed <i>but</i> thousands: and <i>what</i> can he have more but the kingdom? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/2-8.htm">Romans 2:8</a></b></br> But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath,</p><p class="hdg">one.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hosea/7-11.htm">Hosea 7:11</a></b></br> Ephraim also is like a silly dove without heart: they call to Egypt, they go to Assyria.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_timothy/3-6.htm">2 Timothy 3:6</a></b></br> For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/4-9.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/job/2-3.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/3-21.htm">Death</a> <a href="/job/4-21.htm">End</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-9.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-33.htm">Fool</a> <a href="/job/2-10.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/1_kings/14-22.htm">Jealousy</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-27.htm">Killeth</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-27.htm">Kills</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-27.htm">Perverse</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-18.htm">Provocation</a> <a href="/job/4-18.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/judges/8-3.htm">Resentment</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-6.htm">Silly</a> <a href="/2_kings/20-10.htm">Simple</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/28-7.htm">Slayeth</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-24.htm">Slays</a> <a href="/job/2-5.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/29-8.htm">Vexation</a> <a href="/job/4-21.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/job/4-9.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/6-27.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/job/5-4.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/5-20.htm">Death</a> <a href="/job/5-13.htm">End</a> <a href="/psalms/68-16.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/job/5-3.htm">Fool</a> <a href="/job/5-3.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/psalms/78-58.htm">Jealousy</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Killeth</a> <a href="/job/9-23.htm">Kills</a> <a href="/job/5-3.htm">Perverse</a> <a href="/job/6-2.htm">Provocation</a> <a href="/job/15-15.htm">Putteth</a> <a href="/job/36-13.htm">Resentment</a> <a href="/hosea/7-11.htm">Silly</a> <a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">Simple</a> <a href="/psalms/78-31.htm">Slayeth</a> <a href="/job/20-16.htm">Slays</a> <a href="/job/5-7.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/6-2.htm">Vexation</a> <a href="/job/5-12.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/job/9-5.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Job 5</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/5-1.htm">Eliphaz shows that the end of the wicked is misery;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/5-6.htm">that man is born to trouble;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/5-8.htm">that God is to be regarded in affliction;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/5-17.htm">the happy end of God's correction.</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'; 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In the biblical context, resentment is frequently associated with foolishness, as it blinds individuals to wisdom and leads them away from God's path. <a href="/proverbs/14-17.htm">Proverbs 14:17 and 29</a>:11 echo this sentiment, highlighting the destructive nature of anger and the lack of self-control in fools. The term "fool" in Hebrew culture often refers to someone who is morally deficient and rejects God's wisdom (<a href="/psalms/14.htm">Psalm 14:1</a>). The idea that resentment "kills" suggests not only a spiritual death but also the potential for physical and relational destruction, as seen in the story of Cain and Abel (<a href="/genesis/4-5.htm">Genesis 4:5-8</a>), where Cain's resentment led to murder.<p><b>and envy slays the simple</b><br>Envy, a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, is similarly depicted as lethal. The "simple" in biblical terms often refers to those who are naive or lack discernment (<a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm">Proverbs 1:22</a>). Envy is a recurring theme in Scripture, warning against its corrosive effects on the soul and community (<a href="/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16</a>). The story of Joseph and his brothers (<a href="/genesis/37-11.htm">Genesis 37:11</a>) illustrates how envy can lead to betrayal and familial strife. In a broader theological sense, envy is seen as a sin that separates individuals from God's will, as it focuses on worldly desires rather than spiritual growth. The New Testament further warns against envy, urging believers to seek contentment and godliness (<a href="/1_timothy/6-6.htm">1 Timothy 6:6</a>).<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. Eliphaz is the speaker in this passage, offering his perspective on suffering and divine justice.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A wealthy and righteous man who experiences immense suffering. The book of Job explores his trials and the dialogues between him and his friends.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/teman.htm">Teman</a></b><br>A region in Edom, known for its wise men. Eliphaz, being a Temanite, is considered wise and knowledgeable.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_destructive_power_of_resentment_and_envy.htm">The Destructive Power of Resentment and Envy</a></b><br>Resentment and envy are not just emotions but can lead to spiritual and even physical destruction. They consume the individual, leading to irrational actions and decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_heart.htm">Guarding the Heart</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to guard our hearts against these destructive emotions. This involves cultivating contentment and gratitude, which are antidotes to envy.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_in_relationships.htm">Wisdom in Relationships</a></b><br>Eliphaz's counsel, though not entirely applicable to Job's situation, contains wisdom about human nature. We should seek to understand the root of our emotions and address them biblically.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_friends_in_times_of_suffering.htm">The Role of Friends in Times of Suffering</a></b><br>While Eliphaz's advice is flawed, it highlights the importance of having godly friends who can offer biblical counsel and encouragement during difficult times.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 5</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_jealousy.htm">What are the Bible's teachings on jealousy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_job_5_3_show_a_fool's_brief_rise.htm">In Job 5:3, how could a fool suddenly flourish only to be cursed, and does this reflect any historical or archeological anomaly?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_1_tim_6_9-10_oppose_prosperity_gospel.htm">1 Timothy 6:9-10 warns against the love of money, but does this align with interpretations that encourage 'prosperity gospel' teachings in some Christian circles?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_job_5_17's_view_on_suffering_contradict_other_scriptures.htm">In Job 5:17, why is suffering portrayed as proof of divine discipline, and does this contradict other scriptures where suffering occurs without such a cause?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 2.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one</span>. For "wrath" and "envy "others suggest "vexaation" and "impatience" (Lee), or "vexation" and "jealousy" (Revised Version). The connection of thought seems to be, "For thou art quite foolish enough to let thy vexation and impatience prompt thee to such a course, which could only lead to thy destruction." Eliphaz is quite sure that trust in any other beside God, and appeal to any other against God, is utter folly, sinful infatuation, and must lead to the ruin of whoever indulges in it. Thus the invocation of angels receives no countenance from him, but the contrary. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/5-2.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">For</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">resentment</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּ֑עַשׂ</span> <span class="translit">(kā·‘aś)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> </span><span class="str2">Vexation, anger</span><br /><br /><span class="word">kills</span><br /><span class="heb">יַהֲרָג־</span> <span class="translit">(ya·hă·rāḡ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2026.htm">Strong's 2026: </a> </span><span class="str2">To smite with deadly intent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a fool,</span><br /><span class="heb">לֶֽ֭אֱוִיל</span> <span class="translit">(le·’ĕ·wîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> </span><span class="str2">Foolish</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and envy</span><br /><span class="heb">קִנְאָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(qin·’āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7068.htm">Strong's 7068: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ardor, zeal, jealousy</span><br /><br /><span class="word">slays</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּמִ֥ית</span> <span class="translit">(tā·mîṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4191.htm">Strong's 4191: </a> </span><span class="str2">To die, to kill</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the simple.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֝פֹתֶ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·p̄ō·ṯeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6601.htm">Strong's 6601: </a> </span><span class="str2">To open, be, roomy, to be, simple, delude</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/5-2.htm">OT Poetry: Job 5:2 For resentment kills the foolish man (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/5-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 5:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 5:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/5-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 5:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 5:3" /></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>