Job 18:10
Job 18:10 in Multiple Translations
A noose is hidden in the ground, and a trap lies in his path.
The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.
A noose is hid for him in the ground, And a trap for him in the way.
The twisted cord is put secretly in the earth to take him, and the cord is placed in his way.
A noose is hidden on the ground for them; a rope is stretched across the path to trip them.
A snare is layed for him in the ground, and a trappe for him in the way.
Hidden in the earth is his cord, And his trap on the path.
A noose is hidden for him in the ground, a trap for him on the path.
The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.
A gin is hidden for him in the earth, and his trap upon the path.
as though the noose of a rope that was hidden on the ground, whose other end was fastened to the limb of a tree, seized them when they walked into it.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 18:10
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Job 18:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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טָמ֣וּן
בָּ/אָ֣רֶץ
חַבְל֑/וֹ
וּ֝/מַלְכֻּדְתּ֗/וֹ
עֲלֵ֣י
נָתִֽיב
טָמ֣וּן
ṭâman
H2934
to hide
V-Qal-Inf-c
בָּ/אָ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs
חַבְל֑/וֹ
chebel
H2256
cord
N-cs | Suff
וּ֝/מַלְכֻּדְתּ֗/וֹ
malkôdeth
H4434
snare
Conj | N-fs | Suff
עֲלֵ֣י
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
נָתִֽיב
nâthîyb
H5410
path
N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 18:10
טָמ֣וּן
ṭâman
H2934
"to hide"
V-Qal-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word means to hide or conceal something, often secretly, as in Joshua. It can also mean to bury or lay something aside, out of sight or knowledge.
Definition: 1) to hide, conceal, bury 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hide 1a2) hiding, concealing, secretly laying (participle) 1a3) darkness (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to hide oneself 1c) (Hiphil) to hide
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: hide, lay privily, in secret. See also: Genesis 35:4; Psalms 35:7; Psalms 9:16.
בָּ/אָ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | 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.
חַבְל֑/וֹ
chebel
H2256
"cord"
N-cs | Suff
A cord or rope, also a measured area of land or a group of people tied together. In the Bible, it appears in books like Joshua and Psalms. It can also mean a company or region.
Definition: 1) a cord, rope, territory, band, company 1a) a rope, cord 1b) a measuring-cord or line 1c) a measured portion, lot, part, region 1d) a band or company § destruction
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: band, coast, company, cord, country, destruction, line, lot, pain, pang, portion, region, rope, snare, sorrow, tackling. See also: Deuteronomy 3:4; Psalms 119:61; Psalms 16:6.
וּ֝/מַלְכֻּדְתּ֗/וֹ
malkôdeth
H4434
"snare"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
A snare or trap, used to catch something or someone, like in a hunt. It is a device to capture or hold something in place. The word appears in the Bible as a trap or a means to catch.
Definition: a catching instrument, snare, trap
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: trap. See also: Job 18:10.
עֲלֵ֣י
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.
נָתִֽיב
nâthîyb
H5410
"path"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word means a path or road that people walk on, like a beaten track. It appears in books like Isaiah and Jeremiah, referring to a traveler's journey. The word is used to describe a way or pathway.
Definition: 1) trodden with the feet, path, pathway 2) path, pathway, traveller
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: path(-way), [idiom] travel(-ler), way. See also: Judges 5:6; Proverbs 3:17; Psalms 78:50.
Study Notes — Job 18:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 18:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 18:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 18:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 18:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 18:10
- Cambridge Bible on Job 18:10
- Barnes' Notes on Job 18:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 18:10
- Sermons on Job 18:10
Context — Bildad: God Punishes the Wicked
8For his own feet lead him into a net, and he wanders into its mesh.
9A trap seizes his heel; a snare grips him.
10A noose is hidden in the ground, and a trap lies in his path.
11Terrors frighten him on every side and harass his every step. 12His strength is depleted, and calamity is ready at his side.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 12:13 | But I will spread My net over him, and he will be caught in My snare. I will bring him to Babylon, the land of the Chaldeans; yet he will not see it, and there he will die. |
| 2 | Romans 11:9 | And David says: “May their table become a snare and a trap, a stumbling block and a retribution to them. |
| 3 | Psalms 11:6 | On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion. |
Job 18:10 Summary
This verse is saying that there are hidden dangers in life that can catch us off guard, like a noose or trap, if we're not careful. It's warning us to be mindful of the path we're on and to avoid the snares of sin, as talked about in Psalms 119:101 and Proverbs 4:14-15. By following God's ways and being aware of the dangers around us, we can stay safe and avoid the pitfalls that can lead us astray. Just like a traveler needs to be careful where they step, we need to be careful how we live our lives, trusting in God's guidance and protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the noose and trap in Job 18:10 referring to?
The noose and trap in Job 18:10 are likely symbolic of the dangers and pitfalls that await the wicked, as described in Psalms 9:15 and Proverbs 22:8, where the wicked are caught in their own snares.
Is this verse talking about a literal trap or a spiritual one?
While the verse uses physical imagery, it's likely referring to the spiritual traps and dangers that come with a life of sin, as warned about in Romans 6:23 and 1 Corinthians 10:12.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Job?
This verse is part of a larger discussion about the consequences of sin and the fate of the wicked, which is a major theme throughout the book of Job, as seen in Job 4:8 and Job 31:3.
What can we learn from this verse about God's sovereignty?
This verse suggests that God is in control of all things, even the downfall of the wicked, as stated in Proverbs 16:4 and Isaiah 45:7, where God's sovereignty over all things is affirmed.
Reflection Questions
- What are some 'traps' or 'nooses' that I may be unaware of in my own life, and how can I avoid them?
- How can I ensure that my own feet are not leading me into a net of sin, as described in Job 18:8-10?
- What are some ways that I can be mindful of the spiritual dangers that surround me, and how can I stay safe in God's protection?
- How can I use this verse to warn others about the dangers of sin and the importance of following God's path?
Gill's Exposition on Job 18:10
The snare [is] laid for him in the ground,.... Or "hidden" (r) there; for, as Solomon says, "in vain the net is spread in sight of any bird", Proverbs 1:17; and in vain it is to lay a snare publicly
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 18:10
The snare is laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 18:10
In the ground; where he doth not expect nor discern it. The former snare he laid for himself, but this was laid for him by another.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 18:10
Job 18:10 The snare [is] laid for him in the ground, and a trap for him in the way.Ver. 10. The snare is laid for him in the ground, &c.] This heap of words, net, snare, gin, trap, cords, showeth that God hath many ways to catch the wicked with, and that nusquam et nunquam non eis impendeat exitium, destruction is ready to meet them at every turning. God cannot lack a weapon to beat a rebel. And a trap for him in the way] He walks as it were upon a mine of gunpowder. The Hebrew hath it, His trap; such as most of the Caesars, till Constantine the Great, met with; and among the rest Maximinus, that inastive tyrant, eight feet high, who daily devoured forty pounds of flesh, and drank thereto six gallons of wine. This foul beast, after he had raised the sixth persecution against the Christians, especially against the pastors of the Church, and exercised many other great cruelties, was told to his teeth ( Mimus in Theatre), Eleptias grandis est, et occiditur; Leo fortis est, et occiditur: Cave multos, si singulos non times. And it befell him accordingly, for at the siege of Aquileia, in Italy, he was slain as he slept at noon in his tent by his own soldiers (Euseb.). Ezekiel foretelleth the degenerate sons of Josiah, that they shall be taken by the king of Babylon as beasts in a toil. So Pharaoh, that natural brute beast, was "made to be taken and destroyed," 2 Peter 2:12 Exodus 9:16. So Saul complaineth that God had forsaken him, and the Philistines, those savage creatures, were upon him, 1 Samuel 28:15 "Behold, I will send for many hunters, and they shall hunt them," &c., Jeremiah 16:16.
Cambridge Bible on Job 18:10
5–21. The disastrous end of the wicked, in the moral order of the world, is certain The last verse naturally led over to this idea, which is the theme of the speech. The idea is set out in a great variety of graphic figures, and the speech is studded with sententious and proverbial sayings in the manner of the speaker’s first discourse (ch. 8). The history of the wicked man’s downfall is followed through all its stages:— Job 18:5-7. The principle—the sinner’s light goes out. Job 18:8-11. The progress of his downfall. Job 18:12-14. The final scenes. Job 18:15-17.
The extinction of his race and name. Job 18:18-21. Men’s horror of his fate and memory. –7. The principle—the sinner’s light goes out. The word yea means “notwithstanding”—in spite of Job’s struggling against the law, the law remains and verifies itself universally. The bright beacon light on the sinner’s tent goes out, and the cheerful flame on his hearth shines no more. His home is desolate. The word “light” lends itself in all languages for such general use, as the Arab proverb says, Fate has put out my light—extinguished my prosperity. The picture here however is scarcely to be so generalized.
Barnes' Notes on Job 18:10
The snare is laid - All this language is taken from the modes of taking wild beasts; but it is not possible to designate with absolute certainty the methods in which it was done.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 18:10
10. The snare — Literally, Hidden in the earth is his snare; and his net (is) on the foot-path.
Sermons on Job 18:10
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The Agony and the Ecstasy of Paul in Romans 9-11 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and reflecting on the destiny of the church and the nation. He acknowledges that discussing this topic requir |
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The Gospel and Its Ministry by Robert Anderson | Greek Word Studies delves into the concept of 'snare' (pagis), describing it as a trap that can unexpectedly endanger or bring one under the control of a hostile force. The snare o |
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The Cup of Wrath by Andrew Bonar | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the severity of God's wrath and the consequences of sin. He uses imagery of the seven seals, trumpets, and vials from the book of Revelation |
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The Folly of Looking Back in Fleeing Out of Sodom by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the folly of looking back when fleeing out of Sodom, drawing parallels between the destruction of Jerusalem and the end of the world to the judgment |
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The Vain Securities of the Wicked by Thomas Vincent | Thomas Vincent delivers a powerful sermon on the certainty and dreadfulness of the burnings of hell, emphasizing that they are prepared for the wicked and graceless individuals as |
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Fire and Brimstone in Hell, to Burn the Wicked by Thomas Vincent | Thomas Vincent preaches a powerful sermon on the horrors of hell, describing the future flames and torments awaiting the wicked in vivid detail. He emphasizes the certainty of hell |
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2 Queries About Hell by Christopher Love | Christopher Love preaches about the existence of hell, providing evidence from both the confessions of heathens and the testimony of Scripture. He emphasizes that the nature of sin |