Job 35:14
Job 35:14 in Multiple Translations
How much less, then, when you say that you do not see Him, that your case is before Him and you must wait for Him,
Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, yet judgment is before him; therefore trust thou in him.
How much less when thou sayest thou beholdest him not, The cause is before him, and thou waitest for him!
How much less when you say that you do not see him; that the cause is before him, and you are waiting for him.
How much less will God hear you when you say he can't see you? Your case is before him, so you have to wait for him.
Although thou sayest to God, Thou wilt not regard it, yet iudgement is before him: trust thou in him.
Yea, though thou sayest thou dost not behold Him, Judgment [is] before Him, and stay for Him.
How much less when you say you don’t see him. The cause is before him, and you wait for him!
Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, yet judgment is before him; therefore trust thou in him.
Yea when thou shalt say: He considereth not: be judged before him, and expect him.
So, when you complain that you cannot see God, and you tell him that you are waiting for him to decide whether or not you should be punished for what you have done, God will not listen to you, either!
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 35:14
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Job 35:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
אַ֣ף
כִּֽי
תֹ֭אמַר
לֹ֣א
תְשׁוּרֶ֑/נּוּ
דִּ֥ין
לְ֝/פָנָ֗י/ו
וּ/תְח֥וֹלֵֽל
לֽ/וֹ
אַ֣ף
ʼaph
H637
also
DirObjM
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
תֹ֭אמַר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תְשׁוּרֶ֑/נּוּ
shûwr
H7789
to see
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms | Suff
דִּ֥ין
dîyn
H1779
judgment
N-ms
לְ֝/פָנָ֗י/ו
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp | Suff
וּ/תְח֥וֹלֵֽל
chûwl
H2342
to twist
Conj | V-o-Imperf-2ms
לֽ/וֹ
Prep | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Job 35:14
אַ֣ף
ʼaph
H637
"also"
DirObjM
The Hebrew word for 'also' or 'addition', used to connect ideas or show a relationship between them, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean 'though' or 'yet', indicating a contrast. This word is often used to add emphasis or provide more information.
Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:1; Psalms 16:6; Psalms 16:7.
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.
תֹ֭אמַר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
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.
תְשׁוּרֶ֑/נּוּ
shûwr
H7789
"to see"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms | Suff
To see or observe something, like a spy watching from a distance, as in the story of Moses sending scouts to Canaan. It can also mean to care for or regard someone, showing concern for their well-being. This word is used in many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) to see, behold, observe, regard 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to behold, observe 1a2) to regard 1a3) to watch, watch (stealthily), lie in wait
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: behold, lay wait, look, observe, perceive, regard, see. See also: Numbers 23:9; Job 34:29; Jeremiah 5:26.
דִּ֥ין
dîyn
H1779
"judgment"
N-ms
Judgment or a legal suit is the meaning of this word, used to describe a cause, plea, or dispute in the Bible.
Definition: 1) judgment 1a) judgment 1b) cause, plea 1c) condemnation, judgment 1d) dispute, legal suit, strife 1e) government Aramaic equivalent: din (דִּין "judgment" H1780)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: cause, judgement, plea, strife. See also: Deuteronomy 17:8; Proverbs 20:8; Psalms 9:5.
לְ֝/פָנָ֗י/ו
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp | Suff
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.
וּ/תְח֥וֹלֵֽל
chûwl
H2342
"to twist"
Conj | V-o-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to twist or whirl, and can describe dancing, pain, or fear. It is used to convey strong emotions or physical struggles, such as childbirth or great fear.
Definition: : tremble/fear 1) to twist, whirl, dance, writhe, fear, tremble, travail, be in anguish, be pained 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to dance 1a2) to twist, writhe 1a3) to whirl, whirl about 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to dance 1b2) to writhe (in travail with), bear, bring forth 1b3) to wait anxiously 1c) (Pulal) 1c1) to be made to writhe, be made to bear 1c2) to be brought forth 1d) (Hophal) to be born 1e) (Hithpolel) 1e1) whirling (participle) 1e2) writhing, suffering torture (participle) 1e3) to wait longingly 1f) (Hithpalpel) to be distressed
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: bear, (make to) bring forth, (make to) calve, dance, drive away, fall grievously (with pain), fear, form, great, grieve, (be) grievous, hope, look, make, be in pain, be much (sore) pained, rest, shake, shapen, (be) sorrow(-ful), stay, tarry, travail (with pain), tremble, trust, wait carefully (patiently), be wounded. See also: Genesis 8:10; Proverbs 8:24; Psalms 10:5.
לֽ/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Job 35:14
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Job 35:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 35:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 35:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 35:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 35:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 35:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 35:14
- Cambridge Bible on Job 35:14
- Barnes' Notes on Job 35:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 35:14
- Sermons on Job 35:14
Context — Elihu Recalls God’s Justice
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,
15and further, that in His anger He has not punished or taken much notice of folly! 16So Job opens his mouth in vain and multiplies words without knowledge.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Job 9:11 | Were He to pass by me, I would not see Him; were He to move, I would not recognize Him. |
| 2 | Micah 7:7–9 | But as for me, I will look to the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me. Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I will arise; though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light. Because I have sinned against Him, I must endure the rage of the LORD, until He argues my case and executes justice for me. He will bring me into the light; I will see His righteousness. |
| 3 | Psalms 37:5–6 | Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it. He will bring forth your righteousness like the dawn, your justice like the noonday sun. |
| 4 | Psalms 27:12–14 | Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence. Still I am certain to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD! |
| 5 | Psalms 62:8 | Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah |
| 6 | Isaiah 30:18 | Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore He rises to show you compassion, for the LORD is a just God. Blessed are all who wait for Him. |
| 7 | Job 23:8–10 | If I go east, He is not there, and if I go west, I cannot find Him. When He is at work in the north, I cannot behold Him; when He turns to the south, I cannot see Him. Yet He knows the way I have taken; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold. |
| 8 | Psalms 97:2 | Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation. |
| 9 | Job 19:7 | Though I cry out, ‘Violence!’ I get no response; though I call for help, there is no justice. |
| 10 | Job 23:3 | If only I knew where to find Him, so that I could go to His seat. |
Job 35:14 Summary
[This verse is saying that even when we can't see God or feel His presence, our situation is still right in front of Him, and we need to trust that He's working everything out, just like it says in Psalm 103:19, that God's throne is in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. We can't always see what God is doing, but we can trust that He's always working for our good, as it says in Romans 8:28. When we feel like God is distant, we need to wait for Him and trust that He's still with us, just like it says in Isaiah 30:18, that God will be gracious to us when we wait for Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that our case is before God, even when we don't see Him?
This means that God is always aware of our situation, even when we feel like He's not paying attention, as seen in Psalm 139:1-6 where it says God has searched us and knows us, and in Jeremiah 23:24 which states that God fills heaven and earth.
Why do we have to wait for God to act in our lives?
Waiting for God is a sign of trust and faith, as seen in Psalm 27:14, which says to wait for the Lord and be strong, and in Isaiah 40:31, which promises that those who wait for the Lord will renew their strength.
How can we be sure that God is working in our lives, even when we can't see Him?
We can trust that God is working in our lives because of His promise in Romans 8:28, that He works all things together for our good, and in Philippians 1:6, which says He will complete the good work He started in us.
What is the relationship between our perception of God's presence and our trust in Him?
When we can't see God or feel His presence, it's easy to doubt His involvement in our lives, but as Job 35:14 says, our case is before Him, and we must wait for Him, trusting in His goodness and sovereignty, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:8, which says God will never leave us or forsake us.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I felt like God was not paying attention to me, and how did I respond?
- How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's sovereignty and timing, even when I don't understand what's happening?
- What are some ways I can 'wait for God' in my daily life, and how can I use this time to draw closer to Him?
- How does remembering that my case is before God, even when I don't see Him, change my perspective on difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Job 35:14
Although thou sayest thou shall not see him,.... Which is another expression of Job's taken notice of by Elihu, and to which he makes answer; he seems to refer to Job 23:3.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 35:14
Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, yet judgment is before him; therefore trust thou in him.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 35:14
Thou shalt not see him; or, thou canst not see him; the future tense of the indicative mood being oft put potentially; i.e. thou canal not have thy desire in appearing and pleading thy cause before him. So this is a new matter, and Elihu answers another objection of Job’ s, of which see ,9, and tells him that he is not to judge of God by present appearance; because though God may for a season hide his face, and delay to give him an answer, yet he will certainly do him right. Before him, i.e. before God, or in his presence, or at his tribunal, or in all his ways and admininstrations. And judgment is put for justice or just judgment, as it Isaiah 99:4, and oft elsewhere. So the sense is, God is and will show himself to be just in all his ways, and therefore thou dost wickedly in reflecting upon God’ s justice. Or, yet judge thyself before him; instead of accusing God, condemn thyself, acknowledge thy sins, and then thou mayst hope for mercy. Compare . Trust thou in him; instead of murmuring against him, put thy trust in him. Repent of what is past, and humble thyself under God’ s hand, and do not despond for the future, but wait upon God patiently in his way till deliverance come to thee; for it will certainly come if thou dost not hinder it.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 35:14
Job 35:14 Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, [yet] judgment [is] before him; therefore trust thou in him.Ver. 14. Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, &c.] This is that tertium Iobi pronuntiatum, Job’ s third speech, which Elihu taketh upon him to reprehend and refute. It is taken out of Job 23:8-9, and the sense is, that God would never appear to do him right. But although thou sayest such a thing, and so seemest to chime in with those wicked ones who deny God’ s providence; yet thou oughtest to be better persuaded of his presence with thee and providence over thee; for judgment is before him, and he will certainly do right; only thou must give glory to God and wait his time. Yet judgment is before him] Or, Judge thyself in his sight; give glory to God, and confess thy sin; and then, stepping from the bar to the bench, judge thyself worthy to be destroyed, 1 Corinthians 11:31. This do, and then Trust thou in me] For safety here and salvation hereafter; acting thy faith upon the precious promises, and hopefully expecting the performance thereof in due time. This was excellent counsel indeed, and worthy of all acceptation, Pia et salubris adhortatio (Mercer).
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 35:14
(14) Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him.—Rather, Dost not behold Him.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 35:14
Verse 14. Thou sayest thou shalt not see HIM] Several MSS. have "Thou shalt not see me," and the Septuagint, and one other, "Thou shalt not see us," but without the points, תשורנו, the original may be read see HIM or see US, the third person singular, or the first person plural. Yet judgment is before him] Rest assured that God has not forgotten either to punish or to save; therefore trust in him; choose to be a monument of his mercy, rather than of his justice.
Cambridge Bible on Job 35:14
9–15. Having laid down his principle Elihu now proceeds to clear away some anomalies which seem to support Job’s contention. There are instances where godliness does not seem to advantage men, where oppressed innocence cries in vain for redress. The reason is that the cry is merely the natural voice of suffering; it is no true devout appeal to heaven—none saith, Where is God my maker?
Barnes' Notes on Job 35:14
Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him - This is addressed to Job, and is designed to entreat him to trust in God.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 35:14
14. Although… trust thou in him — Read, much less when thou sayest thou beholdest him not! (Job 23:8.) The cause is before him; therefore wait thou on (or for) him.
Sermons on Job 35:14
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
Evening Thoughts - January by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's faithfulness as we enter a new year, encouraging believers to trust in His unwavering support through life's uncerta |
|
|
Lo, He Goes by Me, and I See Him Not by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow reflects on the mysterious ways of the Lord, emphasizing that believers often feel bewildered by their circumstances, yet they are not alone in their struggles. He |
|
A Word for Those Who Want to Know God by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Daniel and how it relates to our modern times. He highlights Daniel's prophecy about an increase in travel and knowledge in the l |
|
The Worms Shall Crawl Out of Their Holes by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the loss of trust and confidence in various institutions, including the judicial system, school system, and even marriage. He highlights the p |
|
|
When the Walls Come Down by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on what more God can do for his vineyard and his people. He emphasizes that God has already done everything possible to bring ministers and bl |
|
|
The Ministry of Refreshing Others by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the ministry of refreshing others, highlighting the importance of believers having a ministry and being used by God to bring comfort and refreshment to those |
|
Growing in the Grace of God #23 - Various Aspects of New Covenant Grace Part 1 by Bob Hoekstra | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living by faith and relying on the grace of God. He references Deuteronomy 20:1-4, which encourages believers not to be af |