Job 23:10
Job 23:10 in Multiple Translations
Yet He knows the way I have taken; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold.
But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
But he knoweth the way that I take; When he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
For he has knowledge of the way I take; after I have been tested I will come out like gold.
Yet he always knows where I'm going. When he has proved me, I will come out shining like gold.
But he knoweth my way, and trieth mee, and I shall come forth like the gold.
For He hath known the way with me, He hath tried me — as gold I go forth.
But he knows the way that I take. When he has tried me, I will come out like gold.
But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
But he knoweth my way, and has tried me as gold that passeth through the fire:
But he knows how I have conducted my life; and when he has finished testing me, he will see that I am as pure as [SIM] gold whose impurities have all been burned out.
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Job 23:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
יָ֭דַע
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
עִמָּדִ֑/י
בְּ֝חָנַ֗/נִי
כַּ/זָּהָ֥ב
אֵצֵֽא
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יָ֭דַע
yâdaʻ
H3045
to know
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
עִמָּדִ֑/י
ʻimmâd
H5978
with me
Prep | Suff
בְּ֝חָנַ֗/נִי
bâchan
H974
to test
V-Qal-Perf-3ms | Suff
כַּ/זָּהָ֥ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Prep | N-ms
אֵצֵֽא
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 23:10
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יָ֭דַע
yâdaʻ
H3045
"to know"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to know means to ascertain by seeing, and is used in many senses, including to learn, perceive, and recognize, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to know 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to know 1a1a) to know, learn to know 1a1b) to perceive 1a1c) to perceive and see, find out and discern 1a1d) to discriminate, distinguish 1a1e) to know by experience 1a1f) to recognise, admit, acknowledge, confess 1a1g) to consider 1a2) to know, be acquainted with 1a3) to know (a person carnally) 1a4) to know how, be skilful in 1a5) to have knowledge, be wise 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made known, be or become known, be revealed 1b2) to make oneself known 1b3) to be perceived 1b4) to be instructed 1c) (Piel) to cause to know 1d) (Poal) to cause to know 1e) (Pual) 1e1) to be known 1e2) known, one known, acquaintance (participle) 1f) (Hiphil) to make known, declare 1g) (Hophal) to be made known 1h) (Hithpael) to make oneself known, reveal oneself Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדַע "to know" H3046)
Usage: Occurs in 874 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. See also: Genesis 3:5; Leviticus 5:4; Judges 21:12.
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
עִמָּדִ֑/י
ʻimmâd
H5978
"with me"
Prep | Suff
Means 'with me', showing accompaniment, like in Psalm 23:4 where David says God is with him even in difficult times.
Definition: with A grammatical form of im (עִם "with" H5973A) § 1) with
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: against, by, from, [phrase] me, [phrase] mine, of, [phrase] that I take, unto, upon, with(-in.) See also: Genesis 3:12; 1 Samuel 20:28; Psalms 23:4.
בְּ֝חָנַ֗/נִי
bâchan
H974
"to test"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms | Suff
To test or examine something, like gold or a person's heart, is what this word means. It appears in stories like Job's trials, where his faith is tested by God, and in Proverbs 17:3, which talks about refining silver.
Definition: 1) to examine, try, prove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to examine, scrutinise 1a2) to test, prove, try (of gold, persons, the heart, man of God) 1b) (Niphal) to be tried, proved 1c) (Pual) to make a trial
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: examine, prove, tempt, try (trial). See also: Genesis 42:15; Psalms 81:8; Psalms 7:10.
כַּ/זָּהָ֥ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Prep | N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
אֵצֵֽא
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
Study Notes — Job 23:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 23:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 23:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 23:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 23:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 23:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 23:10
- Cambridge Bible on Job 23:10
- Barnes' Notes on Job 23:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 23:10
- Sermons on Job 23:10
Context — Job Longs for God
8If I go east, He is not there, and if I go west, I cannot find Him.
9When He is at work in the north, I cannot behold Him; when He turns to the south, I cannot see Him.
10Yet He knows the way I have taken; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold.
11My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way without turning aside. 12I have not departed from the command of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my daily bread.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | James 1:12 | Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. |
| 2 | James 1:2–4 | Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. |
| 3 | 1 Peter 1:7 | so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. |
| 4 | Psalms 139:1–3 | O LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know when I sit and when I rise; You understand my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down; You are aware of all my ways. |
| 5 | Zechariah 13:9 | This third I will bring through the fire; I will refine them like silver and test them like gold. They will call on My name, and I will answer them. I will say, ‘They are My people,’ and they will say, ‘The LORD is our God.’” |
| 6 | Psalms 66:10 | For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us like silver. |
| 7 | Proverbs 17:3 | A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but the LORD is the tester of hearts. |
| 8 | Psalms 17:3 | You have tried my heart; You have visited me in the night. You have tested me and found no evil; I have resolved not to sin with my mouth. |
| 9 | Hebrews 11:17 | By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, |
| 10 | Malachi 3:2–3 | But who can endure the day of His coming? And who can stand when He appears? For He will be like a refiner’s fire, like a launderer’s soap. And He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver. Then they will present offerings to the LORD in righteousness. |
Job 23:10 Summary
[This verse means that even when we can't see or feel God's presence, He is still aware of our every move and decision. As it says in Job 23:10, God knows the way we have taken, and when He tests us, we will come forth as gold. This is similar to what we see in Psalm 139:1-3, where David says that God knows his every thought and action. This should give us confidence and trust in God's sovereignty and love for us, even in the midst of uncertainty or trials, as seen in Romans 8:28 where it says that God works all things together for our good.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God knows the way I have taken?
This means that God is aware of every decision, every step, and every path we choose in life, as stated in Job 23:10, and as seen in Jeremiah 1:5 where God says He knew Jeremiah before he was born.
How can I come forth as gold when tested by God?
Coming forth as gold means being refined and purified through trials, as seen in 1 Peter 1:7 where it says that our faith is tested by fire to prove it genuine, and in Malachi 3:3 where God refines and purifies us like gold in a furnace.
Is this verse saying that God is testing me right now?
This verse is not necessarily saying that God is currently testing you, but rather that when He does test you, you will come forth as gold, as stated in Job 23:10, and as seen in James 1:2-4 where James encourages us to consider trials as opportunities for growth and maturity.
How can I be sure that God is with me even when I don't feel His presence?
Even when we don't feel God's presence, we can trust that He is with us, as stated in Hebrews 13:5 where God promises to never leave or forsake us, and in Job 23:10 where Job trusts that God knows the way he has taken despite not feeling His presence.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has tested me in the past, and how have I come forth as gold as a result?
- How can I trust that God knows the way I have taken when I feel lost or uncertain about my path?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust that God is refining and purifying me like gold in a furnace?
- How can I apply the principle of coming forth as gold to my current challenges and struggles?
- What does it mean for me to treasure God's words more than my daily bread, as seen in Job 23:12, and how can I apply this to my life?
Gill's Exposition on Job 23:10
But he knoweth the way that I take,.... This he seems to say in a way of solace to himself, comforting and contenting himself, that though he could not find God, nor knew where he was, or what way he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 23:10
But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. But - correcting himself for the wish that his cause should be known before God.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 23:10
But, though I cannot see him, yet my comfort is, that he seeth me and my heart, and all my actions. Or, for, as this particle commonly signifies. So this verse contains a reason why he so vehemently desired that he might plead his cause with or before God. He knoweth the way that I take; he cannot be deceived nor blinded, either by the artifices of bold accusers or advocates, or by his own misapprehensions or passions, but he exactly knows the way that is with me, i.e. the disposition of my heart, and the whole course or manner of my life. When he hath tried me; if he would examine me thoroughly, which above all things I desire. I shall come forth as gold; which cometh out of the furnace pure from all dross. It would appear upon a fair hearing that I am free, though not from all sin, as he had confessed before, yet from that hypocrisy and those gross enormities wherewith my friends charge me.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 23:10
Job 23:10 But he knoweth the way that I take: [when] he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.Ver. 10. But he knoweth the way that I take] Heb. That is with me. He perfectly understandeth that there is no way of wickedness in me, Psalms 139:24, no sin that I do favour, allow, and wallow in; but that the way that is called Holy is my delight and endeavour; that I am upright for the main, that my heart is not turned back, neither have my steps declined from his way, Psalms 44:18. I cannot see him, but he seeth me, and mine uprightness. When he hath tried me] sc. With favour, and not with rigour (for then who should abide it? Psalms 143:2). God promiseth to refine his people, but not as silver, Isaiah 48:10, that is, not exactly, lest they should be consumed in that fiery trial. This David knew, and therefore prayed, "Examine me, O Lord, and prove me, try my reins and my heart," Psalms 26:2; Psalms 139:23.
I shall come forth as gold] Which is purged in the fire, shines in the water; as on the other side, clay is scorched in the fire, dissolved in the water.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 23:10
Verse 10. But he knoweth the way that I take] He approves of my conduct; my ways please him. He tries me: but, like gold, I shall lose nothing in the fire; I shall come forth more pure and luminous. If that which is reputed to be gold is exposed to the action of a strong fire, if it be genuine, it will lose nothing of its quality, nor of its weight. If it went into the fire gold, it will come out gold; the strongest fire will neither alter nor destroy it. So Job: he went into this furnace of affliction an innocent, righteous man; he came out the same. His character lost nothing of its value, nothing of its lustre.
Cambridge Bible on Job 23:10
10. The reason of God’s thus hiding Himself and refusing to allow Himself to be approached is that He knows Job’s innocence, but is resolved to treat him as guilty and bring him to death (Job 23:13). But he knoweth the way that I take] Rather, for He knoweth, &c.; lit. the way that is with me, i. e. the conduct I pursue, and the thoughts I cherish. Job refers in these words to his innocency (Job 23:11-12). when he hath tried me I shall] Rather, if He tried me I should come forth as gold. God refuses to permit Job access to Him, or to plead his cause before Him, because He knows his innocence, and that if He tried him he would come forth as pure gold.
Barnes' Notes on Job 23:10
But he knoweth the way that I take - Margin, “is with me.” That is, “I have the utmost confidence in him.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 23:10
Third strophe — Job is no less assured of the integrity of his life than of the absolute certainty that God will not turn aside from his purpose when once it is formed, Job 23:10-13.10.
Sermons on Job 23:10
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Job by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Job from the Bible. He highlights the various trials and tribulations that Job faced, including the loss of his possessions, the |
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The Making of a Man of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of a man who initially failed in his mission but later became a powerful leader. The speaker then shifts the focus to Jesus, empha |
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(Basics) 63. Unbelief by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the destructive forces that can harm our inner life, often without our awareness. He uses the story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark's Gosp |
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Bearing Fruit - Part 5 by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of abiding in God through trials and suffering, drawing parallels to the experiences of Charles Spurgeon and Job. It highlights the necessity |
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Eternal Values - Seeking God's Kingdom First by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning to trust the Lord and standing on our own feet. He uses the analogy of being carried on a stretcher versus learnin |
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Job - Part 2 by John Piper | In this sermon, Job is depicted as a faithful servant of God who endures great suffering and loss. Job responds to his trials by tearing his clothes and falling face down on the gr |
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An Audit From God by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of undergoing a spiritual audit before God, reflecting on the need for integrity, transparency, and repentance in our lives. It highlights the |