Job 34:27
Job 34:27 in Multiple Translations
because they turned aside from Him and had no regard for any of His ways.
Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways:
Because they turned aside from following him, And would not have regard in any of his ways:
Because they did not go after him, and took no note of his ways,
because they turned away from following him, disregarding all his ways.
Because they haue turned backe from him, and would not consider all his wayes:
Because that against right They have turned aside from after Him, And none of His ways have considered wisely,
because they turned away from following him, and wouldn’t pay attention to any of his ways,
Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways:
Who as it were on purpose have revolted from him, and would not understand all his ways:
he strikes them because they turned away from doing what he wanted them to do and did not pay attention to any of his commands.
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Job 34:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
עַל
כֵּ֭ן
סָ֣רוּ
מֵֽ/אַחֲרָ֑י/ו
וְ/כָל
דְּ֝רָכָ֗י/ו
לֹ֣א
הִשְׂכִּֽילוּ
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כֵּ֭ן
kên
H3651
right
Part
סָ֣רוּ
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
מֵֽ/אַחֲרָ֑י/ו
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Prep | Suff
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
דְּ֝רָכָ֗י/ו
derek
H1870
way
N-cp | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
הִשְׂכִּֽילוּ
sâkal
H7919
be prudent
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 34:27
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כֵּ֭ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
סָ֣רוּ
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
מֵֽ/אַחֲרָ֑י/ו
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
דְּ֝רָכָ֗י/ו
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cp | Suff
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.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
הִשְׂכִּֽילוּ
sâkal
H7919
"be prudent"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
To be circumspect means to be careful and thoughtful in your actions. In the Bible, this word is used to describe someone who is intelligent and prudent, like Solomon in 1 Kings 3:12.
Definition: 1) to be prudent, be circumspect, wisely understand, prosper 1a) (Qal) to be prudent, be circumspect 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to look at or upon, have insight 1b2) to give attention to, consider, ponder, be prudent 1b3) to have insight, have comprehension 1b3a) insight, comprehension (subst) 1b4) to cause to consider, give insight, teach 1b4a) the teachers, the wise 1b5) to act circumspectly, act prudently, act wisely 1b6) to prosper, have success 1b7) to cause to prosper Aramaic equivalent: se.khal (שְׂכַל "to contemplate" H7920)
Usage: Occurs in 63 OT verses. KJV: consider, expert, instruct, prosper, (deal) prudent(-ly), (give) skill(-ful), have good success, teach, (have, make to) understand(-ing), wisdom, (be, behave self, consider, make) wise(-ly), guide wittingly. See also: Genesis 3:6; Proverbs 1:3; Psalms 2:10.
Study Notes — Job 34:27
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 34:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 34:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:27
- Cambridge Bible on Job 34:27
- Barnes' Notes on Job 34:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:27
- Sermons on Job 34:27
Context — Elihu Confirms God’s Justice
25Therefore, He recognizes their deeds; He overthrows them in the night and they are crushed.
26He strikes them for their wickedness in full view,
27because they turned aside from Him and had no regard for any of His ways.
28They caused the cry of the poor to come before Him, and He heard the outcry of the afflicted. 29But when He remains silent, who can condemn Him? When He hides His face, who can see Him? Yet He watches over both man and nation,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 28:5 | Since they show no regard for the works of the LORD or what His hands have done, He will tear them down and never rebuild them. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 15:11 | “I regret that I have made Saul king, for he has turned away from following Me and has not carried out My instructions.” And Samuel was distressed and cried out to the LORD all that night. |
| 3 | Isaiah 5:12 | At their feasts are the lyre and harp, tambourines and flutes and wine. They disregard the actions of the LORD and fail to see the work of His hands. |
| 4 | Hebrews 10:39 | But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls. |
| 5 | Psalms 107:43 | Let him who is wise pay heed to these things and consider the loving devotion of the LORD. |
| 6 | Psalms 125:5 | But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel. |
| 7 | 2 Timothy 4:10 | because Demas, in his love of this world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia. |
| 8 | Zephaniah 1:6 | and those who turn back from following the LORD, neither seeking the LORD nor inquiring of Him.” |
| 9 | Acts 15:38 | But Paul thought it best not to take him, because he had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not accompanied them in the work. |
| 10 | Luke 17:31–32 | On that day, let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve his possessions. Likewise, let no one in the field return for anything he has left behind. Remember Lot’s wife! |
Job 34:27 Summary
This verse, Job 34:27, means that when people reject God and disobey His commands, He may not bless or protect them, as seen in Psalm 1:1-3 and Isaiah 3:10-11. It's like a child who refuses to listen to their parent's guidance - they may get hurt or lost. To follow God's ways, we need to read and obey the Bible, and seek to do what is right in His eyes, as encouraged in Micah 6:8 and Matthew 22:37-40. By doing so, we can experience God's love and protection, as promised in Psalm 91:1-4 and Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'turn aside' from God?
To turn aside from God means to reject or disobey His will, as seen in Job 34:27, and instead follow one's own path, which can lead to consequences, as warned in Deuteronomy 28:15 and Psalm 119:102.
Why does God 'have no regard' for certain actions?
God has no regard for actions that are sinful or disobedient, as stated in Job 34:27, because they go against His nature and will, as seen in Psalm 5:4-5 and Isaiah 59:2.
How can we ensure we are following God's ways?
We can ensure we are following God's ways by studying His Word, the Bible, and seeking to obey His commands, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105 and Joshua 1:8, and by seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit, as promised in John 16:13.
What is the consequence of not following God's ways?
The consequence of not following God's ways can be severe, as seen in Job 34:27, and can include physical and spiritual harm, as warned in Proverbs 10:29 and Galatians 6:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have turned aside from God in my own life, and how can I return to following His ways?
- How can I cultivate a deeper regard for God's ways and commands in my daily life?
- What are some specific actions or attitudes in my life that may be causing me to 'have no regard' for God's will, and how can I change them?
- How can I seek to understand and follow God's ways, even when it's difficult or challenging, as seen in Job 34:27 and Psalm 119:71?
Gill's Exposition on Job 34:27
Because they turned back from him,.... Became apostates from the ways and worship of God, as the posterity of Cain before the flood, and the posterity of Ham after it; who had been educated and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:27
Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways: The grounds of their punishment in Job 34:26; Job 34:28 states in what respect they "considered not God's ways" - namely, by
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:27
From him; from the God, whom they or their progenitors had owned; and his laws, which God hath written in the minds of all men, ,15; and, it may be, from the practice of the true religion, which sometimes they professed; Would not consider, or understand. They did not desire nor endeavour to know them, at least practically, or to any good purpose. His ways; either, 1. God’ s providential ways. They did not lay to heart any of God’ s judgments inflicted upon such oppressors as themselves, which should have given them warning, but boldly persisted in the same wicked courses. Or, 2. His precepts; oft called his ways, because he hath appointed them for us to walk in. For these ways they were in a special manner obliged to consider and practise; and the next verse giveth us an instance of their backsliding from these ways.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:27
Job 34:27 Because they turned back from him, and would not consider any of his ways:Ver. 27. Because they have turned back from him] To pursue after lying vanities, broken cisterns; which whosoever do, as they fall into two foul sins at once (such as heaven and earth have cause to be astonished at and afraid of), Jeremiah 2:12-13, so they are miserable by their own election, Jonah 2:8. And would not consider any of his ways] Wisely consider them, as David did, Psalms 119:168. All God’ s laws were in his sight; and all his ways in God’ s sight. This was the general cause of their destruction. The special followeth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:27
(27) Because they turned back from him.—Elihu, therefore, as well as Job’s other friends, believed in the direct execution of God’s judgments.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:27
Verse 27. Because they turned back] This is the reason why he has dealt with them in judgment. They had departed from him in their hearts, their moral conduct, and their civil government. He is speaking of corrupt and tyrannical rulers. And they did not, would not, understand any of his ways.
Cambridge Bible on Job 34:27
20–28. God’s strict justice may be seen in His government of the peoples and their princes alike. His justice is unerring, for it is guided by omniscient insight. Punishing oppression, it avenges the cause of the poor and afflicted.
Barnes' Notes on Job 34:27
Because they turned back from him - Margin, “from after him.” That is, they receded, or went away from God. And would not consider any of his ways - They would not regard or attend to any of his commands.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:27
27. Compare Psalms 28:5. From him — The margin is more exact, and teaches us that God expects close following.
Sermons on Job 34:27
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Psalm 28 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the power of earnest prayer leading to exulting praise. He emphasizes the importance of unwavering prayer, reminding believers to continuously seek God's grac |
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Death and Disobedience by Darrell Champlin | In this sermon, Dr. Darrell Champlin addresses the pursuit of the American dream and the neglect of spreading the gospel. He emphasizes the need for a spiritual awakening and a shi |
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Compassion for the Lost by Charles Bridges | Charles Bridges preaches on the compassion of Jesus towards those who do not keep God's law, emphasizing the need for Christians to have a tender concern for the honor of God and a |
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Knowing God's Will and Doing God's Will by Timothy Tow | Timothy Tow preaches on the importance of obeying God's will, contrasting the disobedience of Saul with the obedience of David. He emphasizes the need to delight in obeying God and |
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God's Regrets by David Servant | David Servant delves into the concept of God's regret and foreknowledge, explaining that God's ability to foreknow is dependent on actual outcomes of free-willed choices. He uses e |
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Hebrews 9 & 10 by Pat Kenney | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the challenges faced by Christians in some countries, particularly in Muslim nations, where embracing Christ or preaching about Him can resul |
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The Inner Man by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher shares his experience at a convention in Germany where he witnessed a crowded and lively gathering of preachers and attendees. However, he noticed that |