Translations
Modern
But now, please look at me. Would I lie to your face?
Traditional
Now therefore be content, look upon me; for it is evident unto you if I lie.
Literal
And now, may you be willing to turn toward me, or would I lie to your face?
Latin
Verumtamen quod cœpistis explete: præbete aurem, et videte an mentiar.
Original
Hebrew
English
But now, please look at me. Would I lie to your face?
Notes
Job responds by criticizing his counselors and questioning God (chapters 6 and 7). He explains his intense words by indicating his deep "grief" or "anguish" (6:2–3; 7:11). Job states that Eliphaz has not provided comfort or sympathy as a friend. Instead, Eliphaz chose to argue about out of date religious or theological ideas.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Job's Trialc. 1650 BC
Glossary
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To