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so I stay far from the counsel of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/22.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good <i>things</i>: but the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/22.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Yet He filled their houses with good <i>things;</i> But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Yet He filled their houses with good <i>things;</i> But the advice of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/22.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Yet He filled their houses with good things; But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Yet He filled their houses with good <i>things;</i> But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yet He filled their houses with good <i>things</i>, But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Yet He filled their houses with good <i>things;</i> But the counsel of the wicked <i>and</i> ungodly is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But it was he who filled their houses with good things. The counsel of the wicked is far from me!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But it was He who filled their houses with good things. The counsel of the wicked is far from me! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/22.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things: But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />although he had been kind to their families. The beliefs of these sinners are truly disgusting. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/22.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Yet he fired their houses with good things: but the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Yet, he filled their homes with good things. (The plan of the wicked is foreign to my way of thinking.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/22.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />And yet it was God who made them prosperous--I can't understand the thoughts of the wicked. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/22.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Though God fills their houses with good things, the counsel of the wicked will remain far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But it was He who filled their houses with good things; so I stay far from the counsel of the wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/22.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But it was he who filled their houses with good things--yet the counsel of the wicked was far from me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things, but the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things: but the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/22.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things, but the counsel of the wicked is far from me. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And He has filled their houses [with] good (And the counsel of the wicked "" Has been far from me).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And he hath filled their houses with good: (And the counsel of the wicked Hath been far from me.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he filled their houses with good: and the counsel of the unjust was far from me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Whereas he had filled their houses with good things: whose way of thinking be far from me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />though he had filled their houses with good things. May their way of thinking be far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/22.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Yet he had filled their houses with good things. The designs of the wicked are far from me! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things— but the plans of the wicked are repugnant to me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things, and the counsel of the wicked kept away from them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he fills their households with blessing and the scheming of the evil was kept far from them<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Yet He filled their houses with good things-- But the counsel of the wicked is far from me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Yet he filled their houses with good things: but the counsel for the wicked is far from him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/22-18.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=3468" 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/22.htm">Eliphaz Exhorts Job</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">17</span>They said to God, ‘Depart from us. What can the Almighty do to us?’ <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: wə·hū (Conj-w:: Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">But it was He</a> <a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: mil·lê (V-Piel-Perf-3ms) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">who filled</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: ḇāt·tê·hem (N-mpc:: 3mp) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house.">their houses</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (N-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">with good things;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7368.htm" title="7368: rā·ḥă·qāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To be or become far or distant. A primitive root; to widen, i.e. recede or remove.">so I stay far</a> <a href="/hebrew/4480.htm" title="4480: men·nî (Prep:: 1cs) -- From. Or minniy; or minney; for men; properly, a part of; hence, from or out of in many senses."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6098.htm" title="6098: wa·‘ă·ṣaṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Counsel, advice. From ya'ats; advice; by implication, plan; also prudence.">from the counsel</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rə·šā·‘îm (Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">of the wicked.</a> </span><span class="reftext">19</span>The righteous see it and are glad; the innocent mock them:…<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/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked—always carefree as they increase their wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-32.htm">Proverbs 1:32</a></span><br />For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-19.htm">Luke 12:19-20</a></span><br />Then I will say to myself, “You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take it easy. Eat, drink, and be merry!”’ / But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/17-14.htm">Psalm 17:14</a></span><br />from such men, O LORD, by Your hand—from men of the world whose portion is in this life. May You fill the bellies of Your treasured ones and satisfy their sons, so they leave their abundance to their children.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-5.htm">James 5:5</a></span><br />You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened your hearts in the day of slaughter.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/8-11.htm">Ecclesiastes 8:11-13</a></span><br />When the sentence for a crime is not speedily executed, the hearts of men become fully set on doing evil. / Although a sinner does evil a hundred times and still lives long, yet I also know that it will go well with those who fear God, who are reverent in His presence. / Yet because the wicked do not fear God, it will not go well with them, and their days will not lengthen like a shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-45.htm">Matthew 5:45</a></span><br />that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Psalm 37:7</a></span><br />Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when men prosper in their ways, when they carry out wicked schemes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-6.htm">Psalm 49:6-7</a></span><br />They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-13.htm">2 Peter 2:13</a></span><br />The harm they will suffer is the wages of their wickedness. They consider it a pleasure to carouse in broad daylight. They are blots and blemishes, reveling in their deception as they feast with you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/3-17.htm">Revelation 3:17</a></span><br />You say, ‘I am rich; I have grown wealthy and need nothing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-7.htm">Psalm 92:7</a></span><br />that though the wicked sprout like grass, and all evildoers flourish, they will be forever destroyed.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Yet he filled their houses with good things: but the counsel of the wicked is far from me.</p><p class="hdg">he filled</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/12-6.htm">Job 12:6</a></b></br> The tabernacles of robbers prosper, and they that provoke God are secure; into whose hand God bringeth <i>abundantly</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/2-7.htm">1 Samuel 2:7</a></b></br> The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/17-14.htm">Psalm 17:14</a></b></br> From men <i>which are</i> thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, <i>which have</i> their portion in <i>this</i> life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid <i>treasure</i>: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their <i>substance</i> to their babes.</p><p class="hdg">the counsel</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/21-16.htm">Job 21:16</a></b></br> Lo, their good <i>is</i> not in their hand: the counsel of the wicked is far from me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/1-1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a></b></br> Blessed <i>is</i> the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/21-16.htm">Aloof</a> <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/job/21-17.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Far</a> <a href="/job/21-24.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/job/21-34.htm">Full</a> <a href="/job/21-25.htm">Good</a> <a href="/job/21-21.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/job/22-15.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/30-10.htm">Aloof</a> <a href="/job/26-3.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/job/31-3.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/job/22-23.htm">Far</a> <a href="/job/31-31.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/job/23-4.htm">Full</a> <a href="/job/22-21.htm">Good</a> <a href="/job/24-16.htm">Houses</a> <a href="/job/23-12.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/job/30-10.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/job/24-6.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Job 22</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-1.htm">Eliphaz shows that man's goodness profits not God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-5.htm">He accuses Job of various sins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/22-21.htm">He exhorts him to repentance, with promises of mercy</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 context of the Book of Job, Eliphaz is speaking, suggesting that the prosperity of the wicked is ultimately allowed by God. This reflects the biblical theme that God is the source of all blessings, as seen in passages like <a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a>, which states that every good and perfect gift is from above. The historical context of Job, set in the patriarchal period, emphasizes the belief that material wealth and prosperity were signs of divine favor. However, the narrative of Job challenges this notion by showing that suffering can occur even to the righteous. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical narrative where God provides for His people, as seen in the provision of manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16).<p><b>so I stay far from the counsel of the wicked.</b><br>Eliphaz claims a moral high ground by distancing himself from the wicked, reflecting the biblical principle of avoiding evil influences, as seen in <a href="/psalms/1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a>, which blesses the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked. This phrase underscores the importance of discernment and righteousness, themes prevalent throughout Scripture. The cultural context of the ancient Near East often associated wisdom with moral living, and Eliphaz's statement aligns with this worldview. However, the irony in the Book of Job is that Eliphaz's counsel, though seemingly wise, is ultimately flawed, as God later rebukes him and the other friends for not speaking rightly about Him (<a href="/job/42-7.htm">Job 42:7</a>). This highlights the complexity of understanding God's ways and the need for humility in interpreting divine actions.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>A man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, experiencing intense suffering and questioning the reasons behind it.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/eliphaz_the_temanite.htm">Eliphaz the Temanite</a></b><br>One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him. In this chapter, Eliphaz is speaking, suggesting that Job's suffering is due to his sin and urging him to repent.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>A general term used to describe those who live in opposition to God's ways. In this context, Eliphaz implies that Job's suffering is akin to the fate of the wicked.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The sovereign Creator who is ultimately in control of all things, including the distribution of blessings and the judgment of the wicked.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/teman.htm">Teman</a></b><br>A place associated with wisdom, often linked to the descendants of Esau. Eliphaz is identified as a Temanite, suggesting his reputation for wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_blessings.htm">God's Sovereignty in Blessings</a></b><br>Recognize that all good things come from God, even when they appear in the lives of those who do not honor Him. This should lead us to gratitude and humility, acknowledging God's grace in our own lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_the_counsel_of_the_wicked.htm">Avoiding the Counsel of the Wicked</a></b><br>Be discerning about the advice and influence you allow into your life. Align yourself with godly counsel and wisdom, as the ways of the wicked lead to destruction.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_suffering.htm">Understanding Suffering</a></b><br>Suffering is not always a direct result of personal sin. Like Job, we may face trials that are not a punishment but a test of faith. Trust in God's greater plan and remain steadfast.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_temporary_nature_of_earthly_prosperity.htm">The Temporary Nature of Earthly Prosperity</a></b><br>Earthly wealth and success are fleeting. Focus on storing up treasures in heaven, where they are eternal and secure.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/repentance_and_restoration.htm">Repentance and Restoration</a></b><br>Eliphaz's call to repentance, though misapplied to Job, is a reminder of the importance of turning back to God when we stray. God is always ready to restore those who seek Him with a sincere heart.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 22</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_truth_according_to_the_bible.htm">What does the Bible teach about money?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_marriage_imply_singles_lack_blessing.htm">Proverbs 18:22: Does finding 'favor from the Lord' by marrying imply that the single or the divorced lack divine blessing?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_injustices_persist_if_karma_is_true.htm">If 'a man reaps what he sows' (Galatians 6:7) is universally true, why do injustices and unmerited suffering persist?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_guidance_for_overcoming_depression.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer for overcoming depression?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/22.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) <span class= "bld">Yet he filled their houses.</span>--The bitterness of his irony now reaches its climax in that he adopts the very formula of repudiation Job had himself used (<a href="/job/14-16.htm" title="For now you number my steps: do you not watch over my sin?">Job 14:16</a>).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/22.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Yet he filled their houses with good things</span>. The "he" is emphatic (<span class="hebrew">הוּא</span>). Translate, <span class="accented">Yet it was he that filled their houses with good things</span>; and comp. <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Job 21:16</a>, where the prosperity of the wicked is said not to have proceeded from themselves. But the counsel of the wicked is far from me; or, <span class="accented">but let the counsel of the wicked be far from me.</span> Again, Job's words in <a href="/job/21-16.htm">Job 21:16</a> are echoed, perhaps that Eliphaz may show himself to be at least as pious as Job. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/22-18.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">But it was He</span><br /><span class="heb">וְה֤וּא</span> <span class="translit">(wə·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who filled</span><br /><span class="heb">מִלֵּ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(mil·lê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4390.htm">Strong's 4390: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fill, be full of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their houses</span><br /><span class="heb">בָתֵּיהֶ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(ḇāt·tê·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1004.htm">Strong's 1004: </a> </span><span class="str2">A house</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with good things;</span><br /><span class="heb">ט֑וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so I stay far</span><br /><span class="heb">רָ֣חֲקָה</span> <span class="translit">(rā·ḥă·qāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7368.htm">Strong's 7368: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be or become far or distant</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the counsel</span><br /><span class="heb">וַעֲצַ֥ת</span> <span class="translit">(wa·‘ă·ṣaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6098.htm">Strong's 6098: </a> </span><span class="str2">Advice, plan, prudence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the wicked.</span><br /><span class="heb">רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/22-18.htm">Job 22:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/22-18.htm">OT Poetry: Job 22:18 Yet he filled their houses with good (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/22-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 22:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 22:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/22-19.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 22:19"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 22:19" /></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>