Job 30:8
Job 30:8 in Multiple Translations
A senseless and nameless brood, they were driven off the land.
They were children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the earth.
They are children of fools, yea, children of base men; They were scourged out of the land.
They are sons of shame, and of men without a name, who have been forced out of the land.
They are foolish, nameless people that have been driven from the land.
They were the children of fooles and the children of villaines, which were more vile then the earth.
Sons of folly — even sons without name, They have been smitten from the land.
They are children of fools, yes, children of wicked men. They were flogged out of the land.
They were children of fools, yes, children of base men: they were viler than the earth.
The children of foolish and base men, and not appearing at all upon the earth.
They were people without good sense, whose names no one knows; they have been expelled from the land where they were born.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 30:8
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Job 30:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּֽנֵי
נָ֭בָל
גַּם
בְּנֵ֣י
בְלִי
שֵׁ֑ם
נִ֝כְּא֗וּ
מִן
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
בְּֽנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
נָ֭בָל
nâbâl
H5036
foolish
Adj
גַּם
gam
H1571
also
DirObjM
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
בְלִי
bᵉlîy
H1097
without
Part
שֵׁ֑ם
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms
נִ֝כְּא֗וּ
nâkâʼ
H5217
to whip
V-Niphal-Perf-3cp
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 30:8
בְּֽנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
נָ֭בָל
nâbâl
H5036
"foolish"
Adj
A foolish person is someone who acts stupidly or wickedly, often in a way that is impious or against God. This word is used to describe someone who lacks sense or wisdom.
Definition: foolish, senseless, fool
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: fool(-ish, -ish man, -ish woman), vile person. See also: Deuteronomy 32:6; Psalms 74:18; Psalms 14:1.
גַּם
gam
H1571
"also"
DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
בְלִי
bᵉlîy
H1097
"without"
Part
This word means without or nothing, often used for negation. It appears in various forms, such as without or not yet, in the Old Testament.
Definition: subst 1) wearing out adv of negation 2) without, no, not
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: corruption, ig(norantly), for lack of, where no...is, so that no, none, not, un(awares), without. See also: Genesis 31:20; Job 38:41; Psalms 19:4.
שֵׁ֑ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
נִ֝כְּא֗וּ
nâkâʼ
H5217
"to whip"
V-Niphal-Perf-3cp
This Hebrew word means to whip or drive away, often used to describe physical punishment. It appears in the Bible to describe harsh treatment. In some cases, it's translated as 'be viler'.
Definition: (Niph) to strike, scourge, smite
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be viler. See also: Job 30:8.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
Study Notes — Job 30:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 30:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 30:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 30:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 30:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 30:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 30:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 30:8
- Cambridge Bible on Job 30:8
- Barnes' Notes on Job 30:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 30:8
- Sermons on Job 30:8
Context — Job’s Honor Turned to Contempt
6so that they lived on the slopes of the wadis, among the rocks and in holes in the ground.
7They cried out among the shrubs and huddled beneath the nettles.
8A senseless and nameless brood, they were driven off the land.
9And now they mock me in song; I have become a byword among them. 10They abhor me and keep far from me; they do not hesitate to spit in my face.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 16:22 | Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. |
| 2 | Job 40:4 | “Behold, I am insignificant. How can I reply to You? I place my hand over my mouth. |
| 3 | Isaiah 32:6 | For a fool speaks foolishness; his mind plots iniquity. He practices ungodliness and speaks falsely about the LORD; he leaves the hungry empty and deprives the thirsty of drink. |
| 4 | Proverbs 1:7 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. |
| 5 | Mark 6:24 | Then she went out and asked her mother, “What should I request?” And her mother answered, “The head of John the Baptist.” |
| 6 | Jeremiah 7:18 | The sons gather wood, the fathers light the fire, and the women knead the dough to make cakes for the Queen of Heaven; they pour out drink offerings to other gods to provoke Me to anger. |
| 7 | Proverbs 1:22 | “How long, O simple ones, will you love your simple ways? How long will scoffers delight in their scorn and fools hate knowledge? |
| 8 | Psalms 15:4 | who despises the vile but honors those who fear the LORD, who does not revise a costly oath, |
| 9 | Psalms 49:10–13 | For it is clear that wise men die, and the foolish and the senseless both perish and leave their wealth to others. Their graves are their eternal homes— their dwellings for endless generations— even though their lands were their namesakes. But a man, despite his wealth, cannot endure; he is like the beasts that perish. This is the fate of the self-confident and their followers who endorse their sayings. Selah |
| 10 | 2 Kings 8:27 | And Ahaziah walked in the ways of the house of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD like the house of Ahab, for he was a son-in-law of the house of Ahab. |
Job 30:8 Summary
In Job 30:8, Job is describing a group of people who are without hope or direction, and are forced to live on the fringes of society. This verse reminds us that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances (as seen in Matthew 25:31-46). We can learn from Job's experience to be more compassionate and understanding towards those who are struggling. By showing kindness and empathy to those around us, we can reflect the love of God and bring hope to those who feel forgotten or overlooked (as encouraged in Galatians 6:2).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a 'senseless and nameless brood' in Job 30:8?
In this context, Job is describing people who are without wisdom or discernment, and are also unknown or unimportant, much like the outcasts in Jeremiah 30:14 who had no one to plead their case.
Why were these people 'driven off the land'?
The Bible doesn't give a specific reason for this group, but in general, God's people are called to care for the poor and marginalized, as seen in Deuteronomy 15:7-8, suggesting that these individuals may have been forced out due to societal rejection or oppression.
How does this verse relate to Job's overall situation?
Job is highlighting the contrast between his former life and his current circumstances, emphasizing the depth of his suffering and the cruelty of those who now mock him, as mentioned in Job 30:9-10.
What can we learn from Job's description of these outcasts?
We can learn about the importance of compassion and kindness towards those who are marginalized or oppressed, as taught in Proverbs 31:8-9, and the need to treat all people with dignity and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be unintentionally contributing to the suffering of those around me, and how can I make a positive impact in their lives?
- How do I respond when I see people who are marginalized or oppressed, and what can I do to show them the love and compassion of Christ?
- In what ways can I identify with Job's feelings of rejection and isolation, and how can I find comfort in God's presence during difficult times?
- What does this verse reveal about the human condition, and how can I use this understanding to deepen my relationships with others?
Gill's Exposition on Job 30:8
[They were] children of fools,.... Their parents were fools, or they themselves were such; foolish children, or foolish men, were they that derided Job; and their derision of him was a proof of it:
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 30:8
They were children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the earth. Fools - i:e., the impious and abandoned (1 Samuel 25:25). Base - Hebrew, nameless low-born rabble.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 30:8
Children of fools; either, 1. The genuine children of foolish parents; their children not only by birth, but by imitation; as they only are esteemed the children of Abraham who do the works of Abraham, . Or, 2. Fools, by a common Hebraism, as the sons of men are put for men, and the children of wisdom for wise men, &c. Children of base men, Heb. men without name, i.e. without any degree of credit or reputation; as men of name is put for renowned persons, . Viler than the earth, which we tread and spit upon, and are not willing to touch.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 30:8
Job 30:8 [They were] children of fools, yea, children of base men: they were viler than the earth.Ver. 8. They were children of fools, yea, children of base men] Homines flagitiosissimi, etiam homines ignominiosissimi afflictissimi erant, extorres, so Tremellius translateth; Naught all over they were, and nought esteemed; what wonder, therefore, if heavily afflicted and relegated? Their poverty was self-procured, and, therefore, unpitied; they had brought themselves into the briars, and also in their fathers’ iniquities they were pining away with them, Leviticus 26:39. Evil eggs they were of evil birds, nihili homunciones et inglorii, as the Tigurines translate, fellows of no fashion, and as little account, terrae filii, earth sprung mushrooms, men in whom all true wisdom was faded and decayed, sapless persons, Nabals, Nebulones. They were viler than the earth] Terra quam ferimus, terra etiam quam terimus; or, They were smitten out of the earth, driven out of the land, sc. by me when I was in power; but now these vile varlets show themselves again, and trample upon me with the feet of pride and petulancy, Leoni mortuo vel mus insultat.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 30:8
(8) They were viler than the earth.—Rather, They are scourged out of the land, or are outcasts from the land.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 30:8
Verse 8. Children of fools] Children of nabal; children without a name; persons of no consideration, and descendants of such. Viler than the earth.] Rather, driven out of the land; persons not fit for civil society.
Cambridge Bible on Job 30:8
8. The verse reads in close connexion with Job 30:7, Children of fools, yea children of base men, They are scourged out of the land. Children of “base men,” lit. of no name, i. e. base born, they are beaten or “crushed” out of the land.
Barnes' Notes on Job 30:8
They were children of fools - The word rendered “fools” נבל nâbâl, means, (1) stupid, foolish; and (2) abandoned, impious; compare 1 Samuel 25:3, 1 Samuel 25:25.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 30:8
8. They were viler than the earth — Rather, They are beaten out of the land. Our aborigines furnish a parallel case.
Sermons on Job 30:8
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Words of Spirit and Life by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches on the profound impact of Jesus' words as spirit and life, emphasizing the necessity of His death for eternal life. Despite the miracles, many sought Jesus for p |
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(I Want an Answer) Will I Ever Be Found Out? by Stephen Olford | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a man who becomes drunk and neglects his faithful dog. One night, an intruder enters the man's garage, but the man is too intoxicat |
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Psalm 37:7 by Bill Ammon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the intimate relationship between God and His children. He compares it to a mother comforting and caring for her child. The preacher also di |
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Knowing God Through Brokenness by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of knowing God personally and experiencing eternal life as defined by Jesus in John 17. It highlights that eternal life is not just living for |
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Job Chapter 40: by Stan Ford | In this sermon, the preacher references several verses from the Bible, including Matthew 6:26, Revelation 3:8, and Revelation 22:20. He emphasizes the message of the Christian fait |
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Studies in Job-03 Job-3 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Job and explores the theme of God's sovereignty and power. The sermon begins by highlighting God's role as the creator of the un |
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I Am of Small Account; What Shall I by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of humility and silence in our relationship with God, reflecting on Job's acknowledgment of his smallness before the Almighty. He contrasts the |