Job 34:19
Job 34:19 in Multiple Translations
who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands.
How much less to him that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all are the work of his hands.
That respecteth not the persons of princes, Nor regardeth the rich more than the poor; For they all are the work of his hands.
Who has no respect for rulers, and who gives no more attention to those who have wealth than to the poor, for they are all the work of his hands.
He doesn't think more of the rich than the poor, for they are all people he himself made.
How much lesse to him that accepteth not the persons of princes, and regardeth not the rich, more then the poore? for they be all the worke of his handes.
That hath not accepted the person of princes, Nor hath known the rich before the poor, For a work of His hands [are] all of them.
He doesn’t respect the persons of princes, nor respect the rich more than the poor, for they all are the work of his hands.
How much less to him that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all are the work of his hands.
Who accepteth not the persons of princes: nor hath regarded the tyrant, when he contended against the poor man: for all are the work of his hands.
He does not favor rulers more than he favors others; he does not favor rich people more than poor people, because he created all of them.
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Study Notes — Job 34:19
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- Job 34:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 34:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:19
- Cambridge Bible on Job 34:19
- Barnes' Notes on Job 34:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:19
- Sermons on Job 34:19
Context — Elihu Confirms God’s Justice
19who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands.
20They die in an instant, in the middle of the night. The people convulse and pass away; the mighty are removed without human hand. 21For His eyes are on the ways of a man, and He sees his every step.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deuteronomy 10:17 | For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe. |
| 2 | Acts 10:34 | Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, |
| 3 | James 2:5 | Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him? |
| 4 | Romans 2:11 | For God does not show favoritism. |
| 5 | Colossians 3:25 | Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism. |
| 6 | Galatians 2:6 | But as for the highly esteemed—whatever they were makes no difference to me; God does not show favoritism —those leaders added nothing to me. |
| 7 | Ephesians 6:9 | And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him. |
| 8 | 1 Peter 1:17 | Since you call on a Father who judges each one’s work impartially, conduct yourselves in reverent fear during your stay as foreigners. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 19:7 | And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” |
| 10 | Leviticus 19:15 | You must not pervert justice; you must not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich; you are to judge your neighbor fairly. |
Job 34:19 Summary
[This verse, Job 34:19, tells us that God does not favor one person over another based on their wealth or position, which is also a principle found in Romans 2:11. He created all people and views them as equal, as stated in Psalm 100:3. This means that whether someone is a prince or a poor person, they are both important to God and loved by Him. Understanding this can help us see people the way God sees them, without partiality, and treat everyone with the respect and kindness they deserve, as encouraged in James 2:5.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God is not partial to princes?
This means that God does not show favoritism to those in positions of power or wealth, as seen in Job 34:19, and is a principle also found in Romans 2:11, where it says God shows no partiality.
How does God view the rich and the poor?
According to Job 34:19, God does not favor the rich over the poor, indicating that all people, regardless of their economic status, are equal in His sight, a concept also supported by James 2:5.
What does it mean that people are the work of God's hands?
This phrase, found in Job 34:19, emphasizes that all people are created by God, similar to what is stated in Psalm 100:3, which says we are His people, the sheep of His pasture.
Is this concept of equality before God found elsewhere in the Bible?
Yes, this concept is reinforced in various parts of the Bible, such as in Proverbs 22:2, which says the Lord is the Maker of them all, and in Acts 10:34, where it is stated that God shows no favoritism.
Reflection Questions
- How does recognizing that God is not partial to princes or the rich affect my view of my own position in society?
- In what ways can I reflect God's lack of partiality in my interactions with people from different backgrounds?
- What does it mean for my life to be considered the work of God's hands, and how should this truth shape my identity and purpose?
- How can the understanding that all people are equal in God's sight influence my prayers and my treatment of others?
Gill's Exposition on Job 34:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:19
Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:19
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:19
Cambridge Bible on Job 34:19
Barnes' Notes on Job 34:19
Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:19
Sermons on Job 34:19
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Attributes of God (Series 1): The Justice of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of a judge being caught between mercy and justice. He uses the example of a man torn between his love for a woman and his sense o |
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Jesus Heals a Lame Man at the Pool of Bethesda John 5:1-15 by David Servant | David Servant preaches about the healing of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda, highlighting the man's long suffering, the angel stirring the waters, and the missed opportunity f |
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Attributes of God #4 "God's Justice" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the essential nature of God's justice, asserting that it is not merely an attribute but the very essence of God Himself. He explains that God's justice is per |
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God Helps Those Who Are Weak by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches about God's nature of helping the weak and helpless, emphasizing that God is the God of widows, orphans, and strangers. He highlights how God makes us weak to s |
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(Secrets of Victory) 11. God Helps Those Who Are Weak by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches on God's nature of helping the weak and helpless, emphasizing that God is the God of widows, orphans, and strangers. He highlights how God makes us weak to show |
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Prayer - 2 Peter 1:2, 3 by A.W. Pink | The preacher delves into the concept of impartiality, explaining that God does not show favoritism based on outward appearances or worldly standards. Various Bible verses are explo |
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Converted by the Spirit by Tim Keller | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of real conversion and spiritual transformation. He emphasizes that true conversion is initiated by God and not by human effort. |





