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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/8.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />But if you will seek God earnestly and plead with the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/8.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />But if you pray to God and seek the favor of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />If you will seek God and plead with the Almighty for mercy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if you would earnestly seek God and ask the Almighty for mercy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />If thou wouldest seek unto God betimes, and make thy supplication to the Almighty;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />If you would earnestly seek God And make your supplication to the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“If you will search for God And implore the compassion of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220If you would seek God And implore the compassion of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“If you would seek God And implore the compassion of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />If you would seek God earnestly And plead for the grace of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“If you would [diligently] seek God And implore the compassion <i>and</i> favor of the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if you earnestly seek God and ask the Almighty for mercy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if you earnestly seek God and ask the Almighty for mercy, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />If thou wouldest seek diligently unto God, And make thy supplication to the Almighty;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />So why don't you turn to him <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />If thou wouldest seek diligently unto God, and make thy supplication to the Almighty;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />If you search for God and plead for mercy from the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />But turn now and plead with Almighty God; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />If you seek God, if you ask the Almighty for mercy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But if you would earnestly seek God and ask the Almighty for mercy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But if you will look to God, and make your supplication to the Almighty, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />If you want to seek God diligently, make your petition to Shaddai.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />If thou wouldst seek to God betimes, and make thy supplication to the Almighty;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />If you want to seek God diligently, make your supplication to the Almighty. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />If you seek for God early, "" And make supplication to the Mighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> If thou dost seek early unto God, And unto the Mighty makest supplication,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />If thou shalt seek to God, if thou shalt make supplication to him;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Yet if thou wilt arise early to God, and wilt beseech the Almighty: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />even so, you should arise early to God, so as to beseech the Almighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Still, if you yourself have recourse to God and make supplication to the Almighty, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />If you will seek God and make supplication to the Almighty,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />If you would seek God and make supplication to the Almighty,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And if you seek God and you will beg The Almighty<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />If thou wouldest seek earnestly unto God, And make thy supplication to the Almighty;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />But be thou early in prayer to the Lord Almighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/8-5.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=1180" 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/8.htm">Bildad: Job Should Repent</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>When your children sinned against Him, He gave them over to their rebellion. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: ’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!">But if</a> <a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: ’at·tāh (Pro-2ms) -- You (masc. sing.). ">you</a> <a href="/hebrew/7836.htm" title="7836: tə·ša·ḥêr (V-Piel-Imperf-2ms) -- To look early or diligently for. A primitive root; properly, to dawn, i.e. be early at any task; by extension, to search for.">would earnestly seek</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/410.htm" title="410: ’êl (N-ms) -- God, in pl. gods. Shortened from 'ayil; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty.">God</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: wə·’e·lō·ša- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- To, into, towards. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/7706.htm" title="7706: day (N-proper-ms) -- The Almighty. From shadad; the Almighty.">and ask the Almighty</a> <a href="/hebrew/2603.htm" title="2603: tiṯ·ḥan·nān (V-Hitpael-Imperf-2ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to bend or stoop in kindness to an inferior; to favor, bestow; causatively to implore.">for mercy,</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>if you are pure and upright, even now He will rouse Himself on your behalf and restore your righteous estate.…<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="/2_chronicles/7-14.htm">2 Chronicles 7:14</a></span><br />and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-12.htm">Jeremiah 29:12-13</a></span><br />Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. / You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-8.htm">James 4:8</a></span><br />Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-6.htm">Isaiah 55:6</a></span><br />Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-18.htm">Psalm 145:18</a></span><br />The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Proverbs 8:17</a></span><br />I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/10-12.htm">Hosea 10:12</a></span><br />Sow for yourselves righteousness and reap the fruit of loving devotion; break up your unplowed ground. For it is time to seek the LORD until He comes and sends righteousness upon you like rain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-11.htm">1 Chronicles 16:11</a></span><br />Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></span><br />But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-9.htm">Luke 11:9-10</a></span><br />So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-6.htm">Hebrews 11:6</a></span><br />And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/9-10.htm">Psalm 9:10</a></span><br />Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/105-4.htm">Psalm 105:4</a></span><br />Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">If you would seek to God betimes, and make your supplication to the Almighty;</p><p class="hdg">thou wouldest.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/5-8.htm">Job 5:8</a></b></br> I would seek unto God, and unto God would I commit my cause:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/11-13.htm">Job 11:13</a></b></br> If thou prepare thine heart, and stretch out thine hands toward him;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/22-21.htm">Job 22:21-30</a></b></br> Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/8-3.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/36-15.htm">Betimes</a> <a href="/job/6-19.htm">Care</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-22.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/job/7-21.htm">Diligently</a> <a href="/job/7-21.htm">Early</a> <a href="/job/7-2.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/joshua/7-19.htm">Implore</a> <a href="/job/7-17.htm">Makest</a> <a href="/job/8-3.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/6-37.htm">Plead</a> <a href="/job/6-8.htm">Request</a> <a href="/job/8-3.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/job/7-21.htm">Search</a> <a href="/job/7-21.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/esther/4-8.htm">Supplication</a> <a href="/job/7-16.htm">Want</a> <a href="/job/4-2.htm">Wouldest</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/11-7.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/job/24-5.htm">Betimes</a> <a href="/job/10-12.htm">Care</a> <a href="/psalms/25-6.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/job/13-17.htm">Diligently</a> <a href="/job/13-26.htm">Early</a> <a href="/job/32-4.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/job/9-15.htm">Implore</a> <a href="/job/13-26.htm">Makest</a> <a href="/job/9-4.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/9-15.htm">Plead</a> <a href="/job/9-15.htm">Request</a> <a href="/job/11-7.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/job/8-8.htm">Search</a> <a href="/job/10-6.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/job/9-15.htm">Supplication</a> <a href="/job/21-14.htm">Want</a> <a href="/job/9-31.htm">Wouldest</a><div class="vheading2">Job 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/8-1.htm">Bildad shows God's justice in dealing with men according to their works.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/8-8.htm">He alleges antiquity to prove the certain destruction of the hypocrite.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/8-20.htm">He applies God's just dealing to Job.</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/8.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/8.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>But if you would earnestly seek God</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the importance of sincere and diligent pursuit of God. In the context of the Book of Job, Bildad is advising Job to seek God earnestly as a solution to his suffering. The concept of seeking God is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, seen in passages like <a href="/jeremiah/29-13.htm">Jeremiah 29:13</a>, "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." This reflects the belief that a genuine relationship with God requires active effort and devotion. The Hebrew word for "seek" often implies a deep, heartfelt pursuit, suggesting that a superficial or half-hearted approach is insufficient.<p><b>and ask the Almighty for mercy,</b><br>Here, the focus shifts to the act of requesting mercy from God, who is referred to as "the Almighty," a title that underscores His supreme power and authority. In the cultural and historical context of the Ancient Near East, deities were often approached with requests for favor or mercy, but the biblical narrative uniquely emphasizes God's willingness to respond to sincere petitions. The idea of asking for mercy is central to the biblical understanding of repentance and forgiveness, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/51.htm">Psalm 51</a>, where David seeks God's mercy after his sin with Bathsheba. This phrase also foreshadows the New Testament teaching on grace and mercy through Jesus Christ, who is seen as the ultimate mediator between God and humanity, offering mercy to those who seek it.<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 loss.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bildad_the_shuhite.htm">Bildad the Shuhite</a></b><br>One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him. In this chapter, Bildad speaks, suggesting that Job's suffering is due to sin and that he should seek God earnestly.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God (The Almighty)</a></b><br>Referred to as the Almighty, emphasizing His power and sovereignty. Bildad advises Job to seek God for mercy.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_land_of_uz.htm">The Land of Uz</a></b><br>The setting of the Book of Job, traditionally considered to be in the region of Edom or northern Arabia.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_dialogue.htm">The Dialogue</a></b><br>The ongoing conversation between Job and his friends, which explores themes of suffering, justice, and the nature of God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_seeking_god.htm">The Importance of Seeking God</a></b><br>Seeking God should be a continuous and earnest pursuit, especially in times of trouble. It involves prayer, humility, and a sincere heart.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_mercy.htm">Understanding God's Mercy</a></b><br>God's mercy is available to those who seek it. Recognizing our need for His mercy is crucial in our relationship with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_friends_in_suffering.htm">The Role of Friends in Suffering</a></b><br>Friends can offer counsel and support, but their understanding may be limited. It's important to weigh their advice against Scripture and seek God's wisdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_suffering.htm">The Nature of Suffering</a></b><br>Suffering is not always a direct result of personal sin. It's essential to maintain faith and trust in God's sovereignty and goodness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a></b><br>Prayer is a powerful tool for seeking God's presence and guidance. It should be a central part of our response to life's challenges.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_good_people_suffer_hardships.htm">If God truly prospers all the upright (Job 8:5–7), how do we explain the contradictions seen in real-life situations where good people suffer severe hardship? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_proof_of_job's_wrongdoing.htm">In Job 6:24–25, why is it that neither God nor anyone else presents undeniable evidence of Job’s alleged wrongdoing if his punishment is just?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_proof_of_god's_speech_today.htm">In Job 33:14, if God truly speaks in multiple ways, why is there no verifiable evidence of such divine communication today?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_devout_believers_still_poor.htm">Job 22:25-26 implies material blessings for faithfulness--how do we address situations where devout believers remain in poverty?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">If thou wouldest seek unto God betimes</span>. Here we have again an echo of the words of Eliphaz (<a href="/job/5-8.htm">Job 5:8</a>). There is a tacit assumption that Job has not had recourse to God, has not pleaded his cause with him or taken him into counsel; whereas all the evidence was the other way. Both when the first batch of calamities was reported to him (<a href="/job/1-14.htm">Job 1:14-19</a>), and when the stroke of disease came (<a href="/job/2-10.htm">Job 2:10</a>), Job cast his care on God, fell back on him, submitted himself to him unreservedly. "The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the Name of the Lord," he said in the one case; in the other, "What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil?" And make thy supplication to the Almighty; literally, <span class="accented">make the Almighty gracious to thee."</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/8-5.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 if</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">you</span><br /><span class="heb">אַ֭תָּה</span> <span class="translit">(’at·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> </span><span class="str2">Thou and thee, ye and you</span><br /><br /><span class="word">would earnestly seek</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּשַׁחֵ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(tə·ša·ḥêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7836.htm">Strong's 7836: </a> </span><span class="str2">To dawn, be, early at any task, to search for</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֑ל</span> <span class="translit">(’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_410.htm">Strong's 410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and ask the Almighty</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁ֝דַּ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(day)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7706.htm">Strong's 7706: </a> </span><span class="str2">The Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for mercy,</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּתְחַנָּֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(tiṯ·ḥan·nān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2603.htm">Strong's 2603: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to implore</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/8-5.htm">Job 8:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/8-5.htm">OT Poetry: Job 8:5 If you want to seek God diligently (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/8-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 8:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 8:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/8-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 8:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 8:6" /></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>