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I would wear it like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/31.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder; I would bind it on me as a crown;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/31.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder and wear it like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/31.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would take it upon my shoulder, <i>and</i> bind it <i>as</i> a crown to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/31.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder, <i>And</i> bind it on me <i>like</i> a crown;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would certainly carry it on my shoulder, I would tie it to myself <i>like</i> a garland.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder, I would bind it to myself like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder; I would bind it to myself like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder; I would bind it to myself like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Surely I would [proudly] bear it on my shoulder, And bind the scroll around my head like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would surely carry it on my shoulder and wear it like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would surely carry it on my shoulder and wear it like a crown. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it upon my shoulder; I would bind it unto me as a crown:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then I would wear his charges on my clothes and forehead. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it upon my shoulder; I would bind it unto me as a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I would certainly carry it on my shoulder and place it on my head like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I would wear them proudly on my shoulder and place them on my head like a crown. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I'll wear it on my shoulder, or tie it on my head for a crown!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder and wear it like a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would wear it proudly on my shoulder, I would bind it on me like a crown; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder; and I would bind it to me as a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Surely I would take it upon my shoulder, and bind it as a crown to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder, and I would bind it to me as a crown. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />If not—on my shoulder I take it up, "" I bind it [as] a crown on myself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> If not -- on my shoulder I take it up, I bind it a crown on myself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />If not, I shall lift it up upon my shoulder, I will bind it a crown to me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />That I may carry it on my shoulder, and put it about me as a crown? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />which I would then carry on my shoulder and wrap around me like a crown?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Surely, I should wear it on my shoulder or put it on me like a diadem; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it on my shoulder; I would bind it on me like a crown;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Surely I would take it upon my shoulder, and make it a crown to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But on my shoulder, I would take it up and I would have made it a crown for myself<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Surely I would carry it upon my shoulder; I would bind it unto me as a crown.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I would place <i>it</i> as a chaplet on my shoulders, and read it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/31-36.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=4803" 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">35</span>(Oh, that I had one to hear me! Here is my signature. Let the Almighty answer me; let my accuser compose an indictment. <span class="reftext">36</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: ’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!">Surely</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5375.htm" title="5375: ’eś·śā·’en·nū (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs:: 3mse) -- Or nacah ('abad); a primitive root; to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absol. And rel.">I would carry it</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘a·lō·ši- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">on</a> <a href="/hebrew/7926.htm" title="7926: ḵə·mî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Shoulder. From shakam; the neck as the place of burdens; figuratively, the spur of a hill.">my shoulder</a> <a href="/hebrew/6029.htm" title="6029: ’e·‘en·ḏen·nū (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs:: 3mse) -- To bind (around or upon). A primitive root; to lace fast.">and wear</a> <a href="/hebrew/5850.htm" title="5850: ‘ă·ṭā·rō·wṯ (N-fp) -- A crown, wreath. From atar; a crown.">it like a crown.</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- "></a> </span><span class="reftext">37</span>I would give account of all my steps; I would approach Him like a prince.)—…<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/119-46.htm">Psalm 119:46</a></span><br />I will speak of Your testimonies before kings, and I will not be ashamed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-7.htm">Isaiah 50:7-9</a></span><br />Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. / The One who vindicates Me is near. Who will dare to contend with Me? Let us confront each other! Who has a case against Me? Let him approach Me! / Surely the Lord GOD helps Me. Who is there to condemn Me? See, they will all wear out like a garment; the moths will devour them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-12.htm">2 Corinthians 1:12</a></span><br />For this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-21.htm">1 John 3:21</a></span><br />Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-33.htm">Romans 8:33-34</a></span><br />Who will bring any charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies. / Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that was raised to life, is at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/4-7.htm">2 Timothy 4:7-8</a></span><br />I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. / From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/24-16.htm">Acts 24:16</a></span><br />In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-4.htm">1 Corinthians 4:4</a></span><br />My conscience is clear, but that does not vindicate me. It is the Lord who judges me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-35.htm">Hebrews 10:35</a></span><br />So do not throw away your confidence; it holds a great reward.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-20.htm">Philippians 1:20</a></span><br />I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-16.htm">1 Peter 3:16</a></span><br />keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/26-1.htm">Psalm 26:1-2</a></span><br />Of David. Vindicate me, O LORD! For I have walked with integrity; I have trusted in the LORD without wavering. / Test me, O LORD, and try me; examine my heart and mind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-1.htm">Proverbs 28:1</a></span><br />The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/54-17.htm">Isaiah 54:17</a></span><br />No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/1-17.htm">Jeremiah 1:17-19</a></span><br />Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them. / Now behold, this day I have made you like a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls against the whole land—against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests, and the people of the land. / They will fight against you but will never overcome you, since I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Surely I would take it on my shoulder, and bind it as a crown to me.</p><p class="hdg">I</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Exodus 28:12</a></b></br> And thou shalt put the two stones upon the shoulders of the ephod <i>for</i> stones of memorial unto the children of Israel: and Aaron shall bear their names before the LORD upon his two shoulders for a memorial.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/22-22.htm">Isaiah 22:22</a></b></br> And the key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder; so he shall open, and none shall shut; and he shall shut, and none shall open.</p><p class="hdg">a crown</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/29-14.htm">Job 29:14</a></b></br> I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment <i>was</i> as a robe and a diadem.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/62-3.htm">Isaiah 62:3</a></b></br> Thou shalt also be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, and a royal diadem in the hand of thy God.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/4-1.htm">Philippians 4:1</a></b></br> Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, <i>my</i> dearly beloved.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/30-18.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/job/31-35.htm">Book</a> <a href="/job/24-10.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/job/19-9.htm">Crown</a> <a href="/job/31-25.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/job/31-22.htm">Shoulder</a> <a href="/job/30-24.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/27-17.htm">Wear</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/38-31.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/psalms/40-7.htm">Book</a> <a href="/psalms/28-9.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/psalms/7-16.htm">Crown</a> <a href="/job/34-19.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/81-6.htm">Shoulder</a> <a href="/job/32-8.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/psalms/49-14.htm">Wear</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>Surely I would carry it on my shoulder</b><br>In this phrase, Job expresses his willingness to bear the accusations against him openly and with dignity. The imagery of carrying something on one's shoulder suggests a burden that is accepted and borne with strength. In ancient Near Eastern culture, carrying loads on the shoulder was a common practice, symbolizing responsibility and acceptance of one's duty. This reflects Job's confidence in his integrity and his readiness to face any charges brought against him. Biblically, the shoulder is often associated with strength and authority, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a>, where the government is said to be upon the Messiah's shoulder, indicating His power and responsibility.<p><b>and wear it like a crown.</b><br>Here, Job elevates the concept of bearing accusations to a position of honor, as a crown is a symbol of royalty, authority, and dignity. By stating he would wear it like a crown, Job implies that he would not only accept the accusations but also transform them into a testament of his righteousness. This reflects a deep trust in his own integrity and in God's justice. The crown is a recurring biblical symbol of victory and honor, as seen in <a href="/2_timothy/4-8.htm">2 Timothy 4:8</a>, where Paul speaks of the "crown of righteousness" awarded to those who have kept the faith. This phrase also foreshadows the ultimate vindication of the righteous, a theme that resonates with the Christian understanding of eternal reward and the believer's identity in Christ, who is often depicted as the King of Kings.<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, known for his immense suffering and unwavering faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The sovereign Creator who allows Job's faith to be tested by Satan, yet ultimately restores Job's fortunes.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/satan.htm">Satan</a></b><br>The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job is faithful only because of his prosperity.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/f/friends_of_job.htm">Friends of Job</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who visit Job to comfort him but end up accusing him of sin as the cause of his suffering.<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 believed to be located in the area of modern-day Jordan or northern Arabia.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_as_a_crown.htm">Integrity as a Crown</a></b><br>Job's statement about wearing his integrity like a crown emphasizes the value of a clear conscience before God. Believers are encouraged to live with integrity, knowing it is a testimony to their faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/confidence_in_righteousness.htm">Confidence in Righteousness</a></b><br>Job's willingness to carry his integrity on his shoulder signifies his confidence in his righteousness. Christians are called to be confident in their standing with God through Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/public_declaration_of_faith.htm">Public Declaration of Faith</a></b><br>Job's metaphor suggests a public declaration of his innocence. Believers should not shy away from living out their faith openly and boldly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_trials.htm">Endurance in Trials</a></b><br>Job's steadfastness in the face of false accusations teaches the importance of enduring trials with faith and patience, trusting in God's ultimate justice.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_suffering.htm">The Role of Suffering</a></b><br>Job's experience highlights that suffering is not always a result of personal sin. It can be a test of faith and an opportunity for spiritual growth.<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/why_is_passion_week_important.htm">What is the significance of Passion Week?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_a_gay_person_be_a_pastor.htm">What is the biblical perspective on gray hair?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'ruach'_mean.htm">What does 'ruach' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_angels_sin_again_in_the_future.htm">If angels can sin (like Satan did), what stops them from sinning in the future?</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 36.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Surely I would take it upon my shoulder</span> - the place of honour (see <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a>; <a href="/isaiah/22-22.htm">Isaiah 22:22</a>) - and bind it as a crown to me; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> adorn my head with it, as with a diadem. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/31-36.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Surely</span><br /><span class="heb">אִם־</span> <span class="translit">(’im-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_518.htm">Strong's 518: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I would carry it</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶשָּׂאֶ֑נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(’eś·śā·’en·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5375.htm">Strong's 5375: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lift, carry, take</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘a·lō·ši-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my shoulder</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁ֭כְמִי</span> <span class="translit">(ḵə·mî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7926.htm">Strong's 7926: </a> </span><span class="str2">The neck, as the place of burdens, the spur of a, hill</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and wear</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶֽעֶנְדֶ֖נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(’e·‘en·ḏen·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6029.htm">Strong's 6029: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bind (around or upon)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">it like a crown.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲטָר֣וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·ṭā·rō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5850.htm">Strong's 5850: </a> </span><span class="str2">A crown, wreath</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/31-36.htm">Job 31:36 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/31-36.htm">OT Poetry: Job 31:36 Surely I would carry it on my (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/31-35.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 31:35"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 31:35" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/31-37.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 31:37"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 31:37" /></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>