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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/9.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />If only there were someone to mediate between us, someone to bring us together,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/9.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />If only there were a mediator between us, someone who could bring us together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />There is no arbiter between us, who might lay his hand on us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Nor is there a mediator between us, to lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Neither is there any daysman betwixt us, <i>that</i> might lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Nor is there any mediator between us, <i>Who</i> may lay his hand on us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“There is no arbitrator between us, Who can place his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220There is no umpire between us, Who may lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“There is no umpire between us, Who may lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />There is no adjudicator between us, Who may lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“There is no arbitrator between us, Who could lay his hand upon us both [would that there were].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />There is no mediator between us, to lay his hand on both of us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />There is no one to judge between us, to lay his hand on both of us. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />There is no umpire betwixt us, That might lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Who could possibly judge between the two of us? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />There is no daysman betwixt us, that might lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />There is no mediator between us to put his hand on both of us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />But there is no one to step between us--no one to judge both God and me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />There is not yet a mediator between us, who would set his hand on the two of us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Nor is there a mediator between us, to lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Nor is there an arbiter between us, who might lay his hand on us both, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />There is no umpire between us, that might lay his hand on us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Neither is there any judge between us, that might lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />There is no umpire between us, that might lay his hand on us both. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />If there were a mediator between us, "" He places his hand on us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> If there were between us an umpire, He doth place his hand on us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />There is not between us a reprover; he will put his hand upon us two.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />There is none that may be able to reprove both, and to put his hand between both. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />There is no one who could both prevail in argument and in placing his hand between the two.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Would that there were an arbiter between us, who could lay his hand upon us both <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />There is no umpire between us, who might lay his hand on us both.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />O that there were a judge between us, that he might silence us both!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But, oh that there would be a reprover between us that he would lay his hand on the mouth of us both!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />There is no arbiter betwixt us, That might lay his hand upon us both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Would that <i>he</i> our mediator were <i>present</i>, and a reprover, and one who should hear <i>the cause</i> between both.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/9-33.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=1477" 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/9.htm">Job: How Can I Argue with God?</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">32</span>For He is not a man like me, that I can answer Him, that we can take each other to court. <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><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.">Nor</a> <a href="/hebrew/3426.htm" title="3426: yêš- (Adv) -- Being, substance, existence, is. ">is there</a> <a href="/hebrew/3198.htm" title="3198: mō·w·ḵî·aḥ (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To decide, adjudge, prove. A primitive root; to be right; reciprocal, to argue; causatively, to decide, justify or convict.">a mediator</a> <a href="/hebrew/996.htm" title="996: bê·nê·nū (Prep:: 1cp) -- An interval, space between. ">between us,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7896.htm" title="7896: yā·šêṯ (V-Qal-Imperf.Jus-3ms) -- To put, set. A primitive root; to place.">to lay</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">his hand</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">upon us</a> <a href="/hebrew/8147.htm" title="8147: šə·nê·nū (Number-mdc:: 1cp) -- Two (a card. number). Dual of sheniy; feminine shttayim; two; also twofold.">both.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>Let Him remove His rod from me, so that His terror will no longer frighten me.…<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="/1_timothy/2-5.htm">1 Timothy 2:5</a></span><br />For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-15.htm">Hebrews 9:15</a></span><br />Therefore Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died to redeem them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/8-6.htm">Hebrews 8:6</a></span><br />Now, however, Jesus has received a much more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/3-19.htm">Galatians 3:19-20</a></span><br />Why then was the law given? It was added because of transgressions, until the arrival of the seed to whom the promise referred. It was administered through angels by a mediator. / A mediator is unnecessary, however, for only one party; but God is one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-34.htm">Romans 8:34</a></span><br />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="/1_john/2-1.htm">1 John 2:1</a></span><br />My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate before the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-25.htm">Hebrews 7:25</a></span><br />Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a></span><br />Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1-2</a></span><br />Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, / through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-12.htm">Isaiah 53:12</a></span><br />Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-16.htm">Isaiah 59:16</a></span><br />He saw that there was no man; He was amazed that there was no one to intercede. So His own arm brought salvation, and His own righteousness sustained Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-21.htm">Isaiah 41:21</a></span><br />“Present your case,” says the LORD. “Submit your arguments,” says the King of Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/1-18.htm">Isaiah 1:18</a></span><br />“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/50-4.htm">Psalm 50:4</a></span><br />He summons the heavens above, and the earth, that He may judge His people:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/106-23.htm">Psalm 106:23</a></span><br />So He said He would destroy them—had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach to divert His wrath from destroying them.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Neither is there any judge between us, that might lay his hand on us both.</p><p class="hdg">is there</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/9-19.htm">Job 9:19</a></b></br> If <i>I speak</i> of strength, lo, <i>he is</i> strong: and if of judgment, who shall set me a time <i>to plead</i>?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/2-25.htm">1 Samuel 2:25</a></b></br> If one man sin against another, the judge shall judge him: but if a man sin against the LORD, who shall intreat for him? Notwithstanding they hearkened not unto the voice of their father, because the LORD would slay them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/106-23.htm">Psalm 106:23</a></b></br> Therefore he said that he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy <i>them</i>.</p><p class="hdg">daysman.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/3-16.htm">1 Kings 3:16</a></b></br> Then came there two women, <i>that were</i> harlots, unto the king, and stood before him.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/12-14.htm">Arbiter</a> <a href="/job/4-20.htm">Betwixt</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-14.htm">Control</a> <a href="/esther/9-24.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/job/9-24.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/9-32.htm">Judge</a> <a href="/job/8-15.htm">Lay</a> <a href="/job/4-2.htm">Someone</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/29-21.htm">Arbiter</a> <a href="/job/36-32.htm">Betwixt</a> <a href="/psalms/39-1.htm">Control</a> <a href="/job/16-21.htm">Decision</a> <a href="/job/10-7.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/job/19-29.htm">Judge</a> <a href="/job/17-3.htm">Lay</a> <a href="/job/9-34.htm">Someone</a><div class="vheading2">Job 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/9-1.htm">Job acknowledges God's justice</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/9-22.htm">Man's innocence is not to be condemned by afflictions</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/9.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/9.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Nor is there a mediator between us</b><br>In the context of Job's lament, he expresses a deep sense of isolation and the absence of an intermediary who could bridge the gap between himself and God. This reflects the ancient Near Eastern understanding of divine-human relationships, where mediators such as priests or prophets often played a role. The longing for a mediator foreshadows the New Testament revelation of Jesus Christ as the ultimate mediator (<a href="/1_timothy/2-5.htm">1 Timothy 2:5</a>), who reconciles humanity to God. Job's cry highlights the human need for someone to intercede on their behalf, a theme that resonates throughout Scripture.<p><b>to lay his hand upon us both</b><br>The imagery of laying a hand upon both parties suggests a role of reconciliation and peace-making. In ancient cultures, the act of laying hands was symbolic of authority, blessing, or the transfer of power. This phrase underscores the need for a mediator who can represent both God and man, bridging the divine-human divide. This anticipates the role of Christ, who, being both fully God and fully man, is uniquely qualified to reconcile the two. The concept of a mediator who can touch both parties is fulfilled in the person of Jesus, who brings peace and reconciliation through His sacrificial death and resurrection (<a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14-16</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 justice of God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The Almighty Creator, whom Job is addressing in his lament. Job is seeking an understanding of his suffering and desires a mediator between himself and God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/mediator.htm">Mediator</a></b><br>In this context, Job longs for an arbitrator who can bridge the gap between him and God, someone who can understand both parties and bring reconciliation.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/heavenly_court.htm">Heavenly Court</a></b><br>The setting of the initial chapters of Job, where God and Satan discuss Job's faithfulness. This backdrop sets the stage for Job's trials and his search for answers.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/suffering.htm">Suffering</a></b><br>The event of Job's intense personal and physical suffering, which prompts his lament and desire for a mediator.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_need_for_a_mediator.htm">The Need for a Mediator</a></b><br>Job's cry for a mediator highlights the human need for someone to bridge the gap between sinful humanity and a holy God. This need is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_suffering.htm">Understanding Suffering</a></b><br>Job's lament teaches us that it is natural to seek understanding and justice in the face of suffering. It encourages believers to bring their questions and struggles to God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_christ_as_mediator.htm">The Role of Christ as Mediator</a></b><br>Jesus Christ is the ultimate mediator who reconciles us to God. Believers can find peace and assurance in His intercessory work.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_uncertainty.htm">Faith in Uncertainty</a></b><br>Job's account encourages maintaining faith even when answers are not apparent. Trust in God's character and His ultimate plan is crucial.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_intercession.htm">The Importance of Intercession</a></b><br>Just as Job desired a mediator, believers are called to intercede for others, reflecting Christ's mediating role in our relationships and prayers.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'called_by_his_purpose'_mean.htm">How is Jesus represented in each book of the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/jesus'_role_in_each_bible_book.htm">How is Jesus represented in each book of the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_allow_evil_to_reign.htm">In Job 9:24, the statement that the earth is handed over to the wicked seems to contradict God's sovereignty--why would an omnipotent God permit evil to reign?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_a_'fallen_star'_both_event_and_angel.htm">How can a star 'fallen from heaven' (Revelation 9:1) be both an astronomical event and an angelic being?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 33.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Neither is there any daysman betwixt us</span>; literally '<span class="accented">judge</span> <span class="accented">or arbitrator</span> called a "daysman," since he appoints the day on which the arbitration is to come off. The LXX. renders by <span class="greek">μεσίτης</span>, "mediator." That might lay his hand upon us bosh. Moderate between us, that is; keep us both in cheek; assert an authority to which we must both submit. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/9-33.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">Nor</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3863.htm">Strong's 3863: </a> </span><span class="str2">If, would that!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is there</span><br /><span class="heb">יֵשׁ־</span> <span class="translit">(yêš-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3426.htm">Strong's 3426: </a> </span><span class="str2">Being, substance, existence, is</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a mediator</span><br /><span class="heb">מוֹכִ֑יחַ</span> <span class="translit">(mō·w·ḵî·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3198.htm">Strong's 3198: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be right, reciprocal, to argue, to decide, justify, convict</span><br /><br /><span class="word">between us,</span><br /><span class="heb">בֵּינֵ֣ינוּ</span> <span class="translit">(bê·nê·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_996.htm">Strong's 996: </a> </span><span class="str2">An interval, space between</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to lay</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשֵׁ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(yā·šêṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7896.htm">Strong's 7896: </a> </span><span class="str2">To put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his hand</span><br /><span class="heb">יָד֣וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<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">upon</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</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">us both.</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁנֵֽינוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(šə·nê·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - mdc | first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8147.htm">Strong's 8147: </a> </span><span class="str2">Two (a cardinal number)</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/9-33.htm">Job 9:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/9-33.htm">OT Poetry: Job 9:33 There is no umpire between us that (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/9-32.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 9:32"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 9:32" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/9-34.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 9:34"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 9:34" /></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>