Job 15:13
Job 15:13 in Multiple Translations
as you turn your spirit against God and pour such words from your mouth?
That thou turnest thy spirit against God, and lettest such words go out of thy mouth?
That against God thou turnest thy spirit, And lettest words go out of thy mouth?
So that you are turning your spirit against God, and letting such words go out of your mouth?
Why do your eyes flash in anger that you turn against God and let yourself speak this way?
That thou answerest to God at thy pleasure, and bringest such wordes out of thy mouth?
For thou turnest against God thy spirit? And hast brought out words from thy mouth:
that you turn your spirit against God, and let such words go out of your mouth?
That thou turnest thy spirit against God, and lettest such words go out of thy mouth?
Why doth thy spirit swell against God, to utter such words out of thy mouth?
You are angry [IDM] with God, and so you [MTY] are criticizing/denouncing him.
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Job 15:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
תָשִׁ֣יב
אֶל
אֵ֣ל
רוּחֶ֑/ךָ
וְ/הֹצֵ֖אתָ
מִ/פִּ֣י/ךָ
מִלִּֽין
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
תָשִׁ֣יב
shûwb
H7725
to return
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אֵ֣ל
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms
רוּחֶ֑/ךָ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs | Suff
וְ/הֹצֵ֖אתָ
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Hiphil-2ms
מִ/פִּ֣י/ךָ
peh
H6310
lip
Prep | N-ms | Suff
מִלִּֽין
millâh
H4405
speech
N-fp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 15:13
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.
תָשִׁ֣יב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אֵ֣ל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
רוּחֶ֑/ךָ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
וְ/הֹצֵ֖אתָ
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Hiphil-2ms
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.
מִ/פִּ֣י/ךָ
peh
H6310
"lip"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
מִלִּֽין
millâh
H4405
"speech"
N-fp
This Hebrew word means a word or speech, and can also refer to a topic or subject. It's used in the Bible to describe what people say or talk about.
Definition: word, speech, utterance Aramaic equivalent: mil.lah (מִלָּה "word" H4406)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] answer, by-word, matter, any thing (what) to say, to speak(-ing), speak, talking, word. See also: 2 Samuel 23:2; Job 30:9; Psalms 19:5.
Study Notes — Job 15:13
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 15:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 15:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 15:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 15:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 15:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 15:13
- Cambridge Bible on Job 15:13
- Barnes' Notes on Job 15:13
- Sermons on Job 15:13
Context — Eliphaz: Job Does Not Fear God
11Are the consolations of God not enough for you, even words spoken gently to you?
12Why has your heart carried you away, and why do your eyes flash,
13so that you turn your spirit against God and pour such words from your mouth?
14What is man, that he should be pure, or one born of woman, that he should be righteous? 15If God puts no trust in His holy ones, if even the heavens are not pure in His eyes,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 15:25–27 | For he has stretched out his hand against God and has vaunted himself against the Almighty, rushing headlong at Him with a thick, studded shield. Though his face is covered with fat and his waistline bulges with flesh, |
| 2 | James 3:2–6 | We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can guide the whole animal. Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined. In the same way, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest ablaze. The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. |
| 3 | Job 9:4 | God is wise in heart and mighty in strength. Who has resisted Him and prospered? |
| 4 | James 1:26 | If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless. |
| 5 | Psalms 34:13 | Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech. |
| 6 | Job 10:3 | Does it please You to oppress me, to reject the work of Your hands and favor the schemes of the wicked? |
| 7 | Malachi 3:13 | “Your words against Me have been harsh,” says the LORD. “Yet you ask, ‘What have we spoken against You?’ |
| 8 | Romans 8:7–8 | because the mind of the flesh is hostile to God: It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. Those controlled by the flesh cannot please God. |
| 9 | Job 12:6 | The tents of robbers are safe, and those who provoke God are secure— those who carry their god in their hands. |
Job 15:13 Summary
This verse, Job 15:13, talks about what happens when we turn against God and speak words that are not pleasing to Him. It's like our heart is rebelling against God, and our words show it. As the Bible says in Proverbs 18:21, our words have power, and we should use them to build others up, not tear them down. By looking to scriptures like Psalm 51:10, we can ask God to create in us a clean heart and to renew our spirit, so we can speak words that are pleasing to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to turn one's spirit against God?
To turn one's spirit against God means to rebel against Him, as seen in Job 15:13, and is a posture of the heart that is contrary to His will, as spoken of in Romans 8:7 and Psalm 138:8.
Why is it significant that the words come from the mouth?
The fact that the words come from the mouth, as mentioned in Job 15:13, highlights the importance of our speech, as also seen in Matthew 12:34, where Jesus teaches that our words reveal our heart's condition.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith?
This verse, Job 15:13, suggests that faith involves a posture of humility and trust towards God, as opposed to rebellion, which is also seen in Hebrews 11:6, where faith is defined as coming to God in trust.
What is the relationship between our words and our heart?
According to Job 15:13 and other scriptures like Luke 6:45, our words are a reflection of our heart's condition, indicating that what we say reveals what is inside us.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I turn my spirit against God, and how can I turn back to Him?
- What words have I spoken recently that may have been contrary to God's will, and how can I use my words to build others up?
- How can I cultivate a posture of humility and trust towards God, especially in difficult circumstances?
- What are some practical ways I can align my heart and words with God's will, as seen in scriptures like Colossians 3:8 and Ephesians 4:29?
Gill's Exposition on Job 15:13
That thou turnest thy spirit against God,.... Not against men, his friends only, but against God himself, being filled with wrath and indignation at him; showing the enmity of his heart unto him, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 15:13
That thou turnest thy spirit against God, and lettest such words go out of thy mouth? i.e., frettest against God, and lettest fall rash words. Thy spirit - `thy breath:' implying the airy emptiness of Job's passionate speeches.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 15:13
That, or for, or surely. Thy spirit, i.e. either thy breath, or thy rage, or thy soul; for all these the spirit signifies. Heb. Thou makest thy spirit to return to, or to return again against, that God from whom thou didst receive it.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 15:13
Job 15:13 That thou turnest thy spirit against God, and lettest [such] words go out of thy mouth?Ver. 13. That thou turnest thy spirit against God] A foul fault surely, but merely for want of a fair interpretation. It is as if Eliphaz should have said, Thy spirit was right when thou bravely barest up under the afflicting hand of God, Job 1:13-22, but because patience hath not had her perfect work, as appeareth by thine angry expostulations, thy contesting with God, and chatting against him and his proceedings, therefore I conclude that thou art not perfect and entire, all is not right. Why doth thy spirit swell against God (so the Vulgate rendereth it)? "Behold, his soul which is lifted up is not upright in him," that is certain, Habakkuk 2:4, Quid tumet contra Deum Spiritus tuus. And lettest such words go out of thy mouth?] Contumelious and blasphemous words, not fit to be named. Bona verba, quaeso Eliphaz. True it is, Job had spoken some things more freely than was fitting, and not without a tincture of bitterness. But charity would have made the best of those speeches which you thus odiously aggravate against him; and have taught you to use the same equity toward others that you would have others use toward yourself. That faith (and so that love) is easily wrought which teacheth men to believe and think well of themselves, and worse of others.
We will make a good exposition if we have but a good disposition.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 15:13
Verse 13. That thou turnest thy spirit against God] The ideas here seem to be taken from an archer, who turns his eye and his spirit-his desire-against the object which he wishes to hit; and then lets loose his arrow that it may attain the mark.
Cambridge Bible on Job 15:13
13. turnest thy spirit] “Spirit” may be breath, i. e., anger, fury, ch. Job 4:9 “blast”; cf. Proverbs 16:32; Isaiah 25:4. The words against God are emphatic. lettest such words go out] lit. bringest forth words out of thy mouth. The reference is less to the kind of words spoken than to the passionate manner in which they are uttered.
Barnes' Notes on Job 15:13
That thou turnest thy spirit - That your mind is turned against God instead of acquiescing in his dealings. The views of Job he traces to pride and to overweening self-confidence, and perhaps not improperly.
Sermons on Job 15:13
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Gracious Speech by Alan Martin | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of the tongue and the impact our words can have. He shares a personal experience of how a small spark from his mouth caused fires t |
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The Foremost Proof of Holiness by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his early days of preaching with great zeal but little wisdom. He emphasizes the importance of having both wisdom and fire in one's faith. |
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The Sin of Unclean Lips by Keith Daniel | In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares a personal story about failing his final exams and the impact it had on him. He describes how his failure caught up with him and cause |
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04 Building Fellowship as Husband & Wife by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of God's order in earthly families as a foundation for building the church. It contrasts the focus on family in the New Testament with the lac |
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Victory Over Me by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the pastor reflects on his series called Vital Truth and how it has transformed his thinking on preaching. He emphasizes the importance of hearing the gospel to bec |
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James 4 by Peter Maiden | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the fourth chapter of the Epistle of James. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the transient nature of life and the need to submi |
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Book of Acts Series - Part 41 | Accusations by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of sharing the message of Jesus Christ with others. He highlights the disciples' firsthand experiences of seeing Jesus after H |