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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/job/31.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />I have not allowed my mouth to sin by invoking a curse against their life—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/31.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />No, I have never sinned by cursing anyone or by asking for revenge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/31.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />(I have not let my mouth sin by asking for his life with a curse),<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/31.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/31.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/31.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />(Indeed I have not allowed my mouth to sin By asking for a curse on his soul);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“No, I have not allowed my mouth to sin By asking for his life in a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220No, I have not allowed my mouth to sin By asking for his life in a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“No, I have not allowed my mouth to sin By asking for his life in a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But I have not given over my mouth to sin By asking for his life in a curse—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“No, I have not allowed my mouth to sin By cursing my enemy <i>and</i> asking for his life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />(Yea, I have not suffered by mouth to sin By asking his life with a curse);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Neither have I sinned by asking God to send down on them the curse of death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />(Yea, I suffered not my mouth to sin by asking his life with a curse;)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />(even though I didn't speak sinfully by calling down a curse on his life)....<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I never sinned by praying for their death. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />No, I haven't allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking for his life with a curse?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I have not even permitted my mouth to sin by asking for his life through a curse--<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />(yes, I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking his life with a curse);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />(I have certainly not allowed my mouth to sin by asking his life with a curse); <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Indeed, I have not permitted my mouth to sin, "" To ask with an oath his life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Yea, I have not suffered my mouth to sin, To ask with an oath his life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And I gave not my palate to sin to ask in cursing his soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For I have not given my mouth to sin, by wishing a curse to his soul. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />for I have not been given my throat to sin by asking for a curse on his soul;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Even though I had not allowed my mouth to sin by invoking a curse against his life— <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I have not let my mouth sin by asking for their lives with a curse—<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />(But I have neither suffered my mouth to sin, nor has my soul wished for any of these things;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And I have not yielded my mouth to sin and my soul has not asked for one of these things<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Yea, I suffered not my mouth to sin By asking his life with a curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />let then mine ear hear my curse, and let me be a byword among my people in my affliction.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/31-30.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=4759" 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/31.htm">Job's Final Appeal</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>If I have rejoiced in my enemy’s ruin, or exulted when evil befell him— <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: wə·lō- (Conj-w:: Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">I have not</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: nā·ṯat·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">allowed</a> <a href="/hebrew/2441.htm" title="2441: ḥik·kî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Probably from chanak in the sense of tasting; properly, the palate or inside of the mouth; hence, the mouth itself.">my mouth</a> <a href="/hebrew/2398.htm" title="2398: la·ḥă·ṭō (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- A primitive root; properly, to miss; hence to sin; by inference, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, lead astray, condemn.">to sin</a> <a href="/hebrew/7592.htm" title="7592: liš·’ōl (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To ask, inquire. Or shael; a primitive root; to inquire; by implication, to request; by extension, to demand.">by asking for</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: nap̄·šōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">his life</a> <a href="/hebrew/423.htm" title="423: bə·’ā·lāh (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- An oath. From 'alah; an imprecation.">with a curse—</a> </span><span class="reftext">31</span>if the men of my house have not said, ‘Who is there who has not had his fill?’—…<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="/matthew/5-44.htm">Matthew 5:44</a></span><br />But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-14.htm">Romans 12:14</a></span><br />Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-27.htm">Luke 6:27-28</a></span><br />But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, / bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">1 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/24-17.htm">Proverbs 24:17</a></span><br />Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/25-21.htm">Proverbs 25:21-22</a></span><br />If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. / For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/23-4.htm">Exodus 23:4-5</a></span><br />If you encounter your enemy’s stray ox or donkey, you must return it to him. / If you see the donkey of one who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; you must help him with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/19-18.htm">Leviticus 19:18</a></span><br />Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.<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="/james/3-9.htm">James 3:9-10</a></span><br />With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. / Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31-32</a></span><br />Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. / Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-15.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:15</a></span><br />Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-17.htm">Romans 12:17-21</a></span><br />Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody. / If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. / Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-12.htm">1 Corinthians 4:12-13</a></span><br />We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; / when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-15.htm">1 John 3:15</a></span><br />Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that eternal life does not reside in a murderer.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul.</p><p class="hdg">have</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/23-4.htm">Exodus 23:4,5</a></b></br> If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/5-43.htm">Matthew 5:43,44</a></b></br> Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/12-14.htm">Romans 12:14</a></b></br> Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.</p><p class="hdg">mouth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:2,6</a></b></br> Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter <i>any</i> thing before God: for God <i>is</i> in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/5-22.htm">Matthew 5:22</a></b></br> But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/12-36.htm">Matthew 12:36</a></b></br> But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/esther/9-13.htm">Allowed</a> <a href="/job/10-15.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/job/31-15.htm">Life</a> <a href="/job/31-27.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-25.htm">Oath</a> <a href="/job/20-3.htm">Putting</a> <a href="/job/31-28.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/job/30-25.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/job/20-20.htm">Suffered</a> <a href="/job/31-26.htm">Way</a> <a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">Wishing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/66-12.htm">Allowed</a> <a href="/job/37-13.htm">Curse</a> <a href="/job/33-4.htm">Life</a> <a href="/job/32-5.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/15-4.htm">Oath</a> <a href="/job/32-6.htm">Putting</a> <a href="/job/31-33.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/job/33-18.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/66-9.htm">Suffered</a> <a href="/job/32-3.htm">Way</a> <a href="/mark/15-15.htm">Wishing</a><div class="vheading2">Job 31</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/31-1.htm">Job makes a solemn protestation of his integrity in several duties</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/31.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/31.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I have not allowed my mouth to sin</b><br>This phrase highlights the importance of self-control and the power of words. In the biblical context, the tongue is often seen as a source of both blessing and curse (<a href="/james/3-5.htm">James 3:5-10</a>). Job's assertion here reflects his commitment to righteousness and integrity, aligning with the wisdom literature's emphasis on guarding one's speech (<a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Proverbs 13:3</a>). The cultural context of the ancient Near East placed significant weight on spoken words, often seen as binding and powerful.<p><b>by asking for his life</b><br>Job refers to the restraint he has shown in not wishing harm upon his enemies. This reflects the broader biblical principle of loving one's enemies and leaving vengeance to God (<a href="/romans/12-19.htm">Romans 12:19-21</a>). In the historical context, personal vendettas and curses were common, yet Job distinguishes himself by adhering to a higher moral standard. This anticipates the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized forgiveness and love for one's adversaries (<a href="/matthew/5-44.htm">Matthew 5:44</a>).<p><b>with a curse—</b><br>Cursing an enemy was a common practice in ancient times, often invoking divine retribution. Job's refusal to curse his adversaries underscores his commitment to righteousness and his trust in God's justice. This restraint is a type of Christ, who, despite being reviled, did not retaliate or curse His persecutors (<a href="/1_peter/2-23.htm">1 Peter 2:23</a>). The prophetic undertone here points to the ultimate fulfillment of righteousness in Christ, who embodies perfect love and forgiveness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>The central figure in the Book of Job, a man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. In this chapter, Job is defending his integrity and righteousness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job's_friends.htm">Job's Friends</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are significant in the context of Job's discourse. They accused Job of sin, which he refutes in this chapter.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The ultimate judge of righteousness, whom Job seeks to vindicate him.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/adversaries.htm">Adversaries</a></b><br>Implied in this verse, these are those who have wronged Job, yet he claims he has not wished them harm.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_setting_of_job's_discourse.htm">The Setting of Job's Discourse</a></b><br>Job 31 is part of Job's final defense, where he lists his moral and ethical conduct to assert his innocence.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_tongue.htm">Guarding the Tongue</a></b><br>Job exemplifies the importance of controlling one's speech, even in the face of adversity. Believers are called to be mindful of their words, ensuring they reflect Christ-like character.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_adversity.htm">Integrity in Adversity</a></b><br>Job's refusal to curse his enemies highlights his commitment to righteousness. Christians are encouraged to maintain integrity, regardless of circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/forgiveness_and_mercy.htm">Forgiveness and Mercy</a></b><br>By not wishing harm upon his adversaries, Job demonstrates forgiveness. Believers are reminded to extend mercy, reflecting God's grace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/righteousness_as_a_witness.htm">Righteousness as a Witness</a></b><br>Job's conduct serves as a testimony to his faith. Christians are urged to let their actions and words be a witness to their faith in God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_31.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 31</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_job_31_curses_compare_to_nt_mercy.htm">How do Job's self-imposed curses in Job 31 compare with New Testament passages emphasizing mercy and forgiveness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_suffering_exist_if_god_is_loving.htm">How can suffering exist with a loving, omnipotent God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_was_colossae_church's_role.htm">Did Job's words contain any sin?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_allow_disasters.htm">Why does God allow suffering? Why He can't stop disasters, earthquakes, tornadoes and storms from occurring?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/31.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 30.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul</span>. Much less, Job means, have I gone beyond the thought to the word, and imprecated a curse upon him with my mouth, as the manner of most hen is towards their enemies (see <a href="/2_samuel/16-5.htm">2 Samuel 16:5</a>; <a href="/1_samuel/17-43.htm">1 Samuel 17:43</a>; <a href="/nehemiah/13-25.htm">Nehemiah 13:25</a>; <a href="/psalms/109-28.htm">Psalm 109:28</a>; <a href="/jeremiah/15-10.htm">Jeremiah 15:10</a>, etc). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/31-30.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">I have not</span><br /><span class="heb">וְלֹא־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | 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">allowed</span><br /><span class="heb">נָתַ֣תִּי</span> <span class="translit">(nā·ṯat·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my mouth</span><br /><span class="heb">חִכִּ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(ḥik·kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2441.htm">Strong's 2441: </a> </span><span class="str2">Palate, roof of the mouth, gums</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to sin</span><br /><span class="heb">לַחֲטֹ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(la·ḥă·ṭō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2398.htm">Strong's 2398: </a> </span><span class="str2">To miss, to sin, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, lead astray, condemn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by asking for</span><br /><span class="heb">לִשְׁאֹ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(liš·’ōl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7592.htm">Strong's 7592: </a> </span><span class="str2">To inquire, to request, to demand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his life</span><br /><span class="heb">נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(nap̄·šōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><br /><span class="word">with a curse—</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּאָלָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(bə·’ā·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_423.htm">Strong's 423: </a> </span><span class="str2">An imprecation</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/31-30.htm">Job 31:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/31-30.htm">OT Poetry: Job 31:30 Yes I have not allowed my mouth (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/31-29.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 31:29"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 31:29" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/31-31.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 31:31"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 31:31" /></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>