Job 35:12
Job 35:12 in Multiple Translations
There they cry out, but He does not answer, because of the pride of evil men.
There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men.
There they cry, but none giveth answer, Because of the pride of evil men.
There they are crying out because of the pride of the evil-doers, but he gives them no answer.
When they call out for help, God doesn't answer them because they are proud and evil people.
Then they crye because of the violence of the wicked, but he answereth not.
There they cry, and He doth not answer, Because of the pride of evil doers.
There they cry, but no one answers, because of the pride of evil men.
There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men.
There shall they cry, and he will not hear, because of the pride of evil men.
People cry out for help, but God does not answer them, because those who cry out are proud and evil people.
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Job 35:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שָׁ֣ם
יִ֭צְעֲקוּ
וְ/לֹ֣א
יַעֲנֶ֑ה
מִ֝/פְּנֵ֗י
גְּא֣וֹן
רָעִֽים
שָׁ֣ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
יִ֭צְעֲקוּ
tsâʻaq
H6817
to cry
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
יַעֲנֶ֑ה
ʻânâh
H6030
to dwell
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
מִ֝/פְּנֵ֗י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
גְּא֣וֹן
gâʼôwn
H1347
pride
N-ms
רָעִֽים
raʻ
H7451
bad
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 35:12
שָׁ֣ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
יִ֭צְעֲקוּ
tsâʻaq
H6817
"to cry"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To cry or cry out is the meaning of this verb, often used to express distress or need, as seen in the Psalms where people cry out to God for help.
Definition: 1) to cry, cry out, call, cry for help 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cry, cry out (for help) 1a2) to cry, cry out (in distress or need) 1a3) to make outcry, clamour 1b) (Niphal) to be summoned 1c) (Piel) to cry aloud (in grief) 1d) (Hiphil) to call together
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, call together, cry (out), gather (selves) (together). See also: Genesis 4:10; 1 Samuel 13:4; Psalms 34:18.
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | 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.
יַעֲנֶ֑ה
ʻânâh
H6030
"to dwell"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to sing or make music, but also to respond or give an answer. In the Bible, it is used to describe praising God in song or responding to a question. The KJV translates it as 'sing' or 'answer'.
Definition: (Qal) to dwell
Usage: Occurs in 316 OT verses. KJV: give account, afflict (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), (cause to, give) answer, bring low (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), cry, hear, Leannoth, lift up, say, [idiom] scholar, (give a) shout, sing (together by course), speak, testify, utter, (bear) witness. See also H1042 (בֵּית עֲנוֹת), H1043 (בֵּית עֲנָת). See also: Genesis 18:27; 2 Samuel 14:19; Job 40:2.
מִ֝/פְּנֵ֗י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
גְּא֣וֹן
gâʼôwn
H1347
"pride"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means pride or majesty, describing something excellent or arrogant, like nations or God's power, as seen in the KJV translations of Isaiah and Psalms.
Definition: 1) exaltation, majesty, pride 1a) majesty, exaltation, excellence 1a1) of nations 1a2) of God 1a3) of the Jordan 1b) pride, arrogance (bad sense)
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: arrogancy, excellency(-lent), majesty, pomp, pride, proud, swelling. See also: Exodus 15:7; Jeremiah 13:9; Psalms 47:5.
רָעִֽים
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
Adj
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
Study Notes — Job 35:12
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 35:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 35:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 35:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 35:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 35:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 35:12
- Cambridge Bible on Job 35:12
- Barnes' Notes on Job 35:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 35:12
- Sermons on Job 35:12
Context — Elihu Recalls God’s Justice
10But no one asks, ‘Where is God my Maker, who gives us songs in the night,
11who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the air?’
12There they cry out, but He does not answer, because of the pride of evil men.
13Surely God does not listen to empty pleas, and the Almighty does not take note of it. 14How much less, then, when you say that you do not see Him, that your case is before Him and you must wait for Him,Cross References
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| 1 | Proverbs 1:28 | Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me. |
| 2 | John 9:31 | We know that God does not listen to sinners, but He does listen to the one who worships Him and does His will. |
| 3 | Psalms 123:3–4 | Have mercy on us, O LORD, have mercy, for we have endured much contempt. We have endured much scorn from the arrogant, much contempt from the proud. |
| 4 | Psalms 18:41 | They cried for help, but there was no one to save them— to the LORD, but He did not answer. |
| 5 | Isaiah 14:14–17 | I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” But you will be brought down to Sheol, to the lowest depths of the Pit. Those who see you will stare; they will ponder your fate: “Is this the man who shook the earth and made the kingdoms tremble, who turned the world into a desert and destroyed its cities, who refused to let the captives return to their homes?” |
| 6 | Psalms 73:6–8 | Therefore pride is their necklace; a garment of violence covers them. From their prosperity proceeds iniquity; the imaginations of their hearts run wild. They mock and speak with malice; with arrogance they threaten oppression. |
Job 35:12 Summary
This verse, Job 35:12, tells us that sometimes God doesn't answer our prayers because of the pride and evil in our hearts, as also seen in Jeremiah 5:3. When we come to God with pride, He may not answer us, but when we come humbly, He is more likely to hear us, as seen in 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Psalm 10:17-18. It's essential to approach God with a humble heart, recognizing our need for Him and our dependence on His mercy and grace. By doing so, we can experience a deeper sense of intimacy with God and trust in His goodness, even in difficult times.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God not answer the cries of those who are suffering?
According to Job 35:12, God does not answer because of the pride of evil men, indicating that sin and pride can be a barrier to God's intervention, as also seen in Jeremiah 5:3 and Proverbs 16:5
Is God indifferent to the suffering of humanity?
No, God is not indifferent, but as Job 35:12 suggests, He may not always answer in the way we expect, due to the presence of evil and pride, and as Psalm 10:1-2 and Psalm 10:17-18 show, God is aware of the suffering and will ultimately bring justice
How can we ensure that God hears our prayers?
To ensure that God hears our prayers, we must approach Him with humility, as seen in Job 35:12 and 2 Chronicles 7:14, and with a heart that is free from pride and evil, as encouraged in James 4:10 and 1 Peter 5:6-7
What can we learn from the fact that God does not answer the cries of the proud?
We can learn that God opposes the proud, as stated in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5, and that humility is essential for a genuine relationship with Him, as seen in Job 35:12 and Proverbs 3:34
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be exhibiting pride, and how can I humbly surrender them to God?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of humility and dependence on God in my daily life, especially in times of suffering or uncertainty?
- What does it mean to 'cry out' to God, and how can I ensure that my prayers are not hindered by pride or evil intentions?
- In what ways can I demonstrate humility and a willingness to listen to God's voice, even when His answers are not what I expect?
- How can I balance the tension between crying out to God for help and waiting patiently for His response, as seen in Job 35:12 and Psalm 38:15?
Gill's Exposition on Job 35:12
There they cry,.... As brutes do, and as in, Job 35:9; by reason of their oppressions, but not under a due sense of the hand of God upon them, nor of his being their only helper, and saviour, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 35:12
But none saith, Where is God my maker, who giveth songs in the night; But the reason is, that the innocent sufferers often do not humbly seek God for succour; so to their "pride" is to be laid the
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 35:12
There, or then, as this particle is used, ; in that time or condition. The pride of evil men; either 1. Of the oppressors. So this is the reason not of the last clause, why none answereth, but of the former, why they cry; the latter clause being therefore shut up within a parenthesis, and the words thus are to be transposed, as some place them, There they cry, because of the pride of evil men, but none giveth answer; the reason whereof followeth in the next verse. Or rather, 2. Of the oppressed persons. And so there is no need of any parenthesis or transposition. And so these words contain one reason of the words immediately foregoing, which is most natural, and easy, and usual, to wit, why none giveth answer, i.e. why God doth not answer nor regard their cries, because of their pride, &c., because they are both evil, wicked and impenitent, and proud, unhumbled for those sins for which God brought these miseries upon them, and unsubdued to the obedience of God.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 35:12
Job 35:12 There they cry, but none giveth answer, because of the pride of evil men.Ver. 12. There they cry, but none giveth answer] Cry they do, but not to the true God, Jonah 1:5. The Papists have their he saints and she saints, for several uses. Or, if to the true God, yet not in a due manner; not in faith, and with remorse for their misdoings. And hence it is that either they are not heard and helped; or not in mercy, but for a further mischief, and to furnish out their indictment at the last day; and on their death beds God will not come to them, or be entreated by them, Proverbs 1:28 Psalms 18:42. Because of the pride of evil men] i.e. Because these oppressed ones that thus cry are not so poor as proud; humbled they are, but not humble; low, but not lowly. Plectuntur, sed non flectuntur; they have lost the fruit of their afflictions, and are not a button the better for all that they have suffered.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 35:12
Verse 12. There they cry] They bewail their calamities, but sorrow not for the cause of them; they cry against their oppressors, but they call not upon God. Because of the pride of evil men.] Or מפני mippeney, from the face, presence, or influence, of the pride of wicked men. They cry for deliverance from the pride of wicked men; but they are not heard, because they cry not to God.
Cambridge Bible on Job 35:12
12. The first and last words of the verse are in connexion: “they cry because of the pride of evil men, but none giveth answer.” They remain unheard because their cry is “vanity” (Job 35:13).
Barnes' Notes on Job 35:12
There they cry - They cry out in the language of complaint, but not for mercy. Because of the pride of evil men - That is, of their own pride.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 35:12
12. There — Or, under such circumstances. None giveth answer — He answereth not these evil men (same as in Job 35:9) because of their pride.
Sermons on Job 35:12
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(Amos) Raising Up the Ruins by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the judgment of God is inescapable. He compares God to a boss of a demolition squad or a commander of an invading army, showing that Go |
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God's Call by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of teaching the truth of God's call to those who do not know the Lord. He acknowledges that this teaching is often not believ |
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When God Speaks Discerning His Voice by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical need to discern God's voice amidst the chaos of competing influences in our lives. He illustrates this through the biblical accounts of Abraha |
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When God Speaks Discerning the Voice of God - Genesis 20 22 by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of discerning the voice of God amidst the noise of life, urging believers to cultivate a spiritual appetite through obedience to God's Word. |
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John 7:30-36. Christ Speaks of Going Where His Enemies Could Not Come. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer reflects on the discourse of Jesus in the temple, warning his enemies that a time will come when they will seek Him but not find Him, a fate that awaits all unb |
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1 John 3:22 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the assurance believers have in prayer as expressed in 1 John 3:22, highlighting that God answers prayers made in faith, according to His will, and in the name |
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John 9:24-34. the Pharisees Cast Out the Man Who Was Born Blind. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches on the contrast between the conduct of the Pharisees and the man born blind, highlighting the sincerity of the beggar's faith and the Pharisees' hypocr |