Cross References

Job 18:3

New English Translation

Why should we be regarded as beasts, and considered stupid in your sight?

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“But turn, all of you, and come now! I will not find a wise man among you.

Because you have closed their minds to understanding, therefore you will not exalt them.

“How long until you make an end of words? You must consider, and then we can talk.

You who tear yourself to pieces in your anger, will the earth be abandoned for your sake? Or will a rock be moved from its place?

I was ignorant and lacked insight; I was as senseless as an animal before you.

I also thought to myself, “It is for the sake of people, so God can clearly show them that they are like animals.

Be devoted to one another with mutual love, showing eagerness in honoring one another.

The judge may sentence him to forty blows, but no more. If he is struck with more than these, you might view your fellow Israelite with contempt.