Job 34:8
Job 34:8 in Multiple Translations
He keeps company with evildoers and walks with wicked men.
Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men.
Who goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, And walketh with wicked men?
And goes in the company of evil-doers, walking in the way of sinners?
He keeps company with wicked people; he associates with those who do evil.
Which goeth in the companie of them that worke iniquitie, and walketh with wicked men?
And he hath travelled for company With workers of iniquity, So as to go with men of wickedness.
who goes in company with the workers of iniquity, and walks with wicked men?
Who goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men.
Who goeth in company with them that work iniquity, and walketh with wicked men?
He habitually associates with people who do what is evil and spends time with wicked people.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 34:8
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Job 34:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/אָרַ֣ח
לְ֭/חֶבְרָה
עִם
פֹּ֣עֲלֵי
אָ֑וֶן
וְ֝/לָ/לֶ֗כֶת
עִם
אַנְשֵׁי
רֶֽשַׁע
וְ/אָרַ֣ח
ʼârach
H732
to journey
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
לְ֭/חֶבְרָה
chebrâh
H2274
company
Prep | N-fs
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
פֹּ֣עֲלֵי
pâʻal
H6466
to work
V-Qal
אָ֑וֶן
ʼâven
H205
evil
N-ms
וְ֝/לָ/לֶ֗כֶת
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
אַנְשֵׁי
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-mp
רֶֽשַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
wickedness
N-ms
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 34:8
וְ/אָרַ֣ח
ʼârach
H732
"to journey"
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to travel or journey, like going on a trip. In Exodus 33:7, Moses would journey to the tent of meeting outside the camp to talk with God. It is about moving from one place to another.
Definition: 1) to wander, journey, go, keep company with 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to journey, go 1a2) (part.) 1a2a) wandering, wayfarer, journeying 1a3) (subst.) 1a3a) wanderer, wayfarer, traveller
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: go, wayfaring (man). See also: Judges 19:17; Job 34:8; Jeremiah 9:1.
לְ֭/חֶבְרָה
chebrâh
H2274
"company"
Prep | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a group of people or an association, like a community coming together. It is used to describe a company of people in the Bible. In the book of 1 Chronicles, it refers to a group of Israelites.
Definition: company, association
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: company. See also: Job 34:8.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
פֹּ֣עֲלֵי
pâʻal
H6466
"to work"
V-Qal
To work or do something is the meaning of this Hebrew verb, often used to describe habitual or systematic actions. It can also mean to make or practise something.
Definition: 1) to do, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do 1a2) to make
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: commit, (evil-) do(-er), make(-r), ordain, work(-er). See also: Exodus 15:17; Psalms 59:3; Psalms 5:6.
אָ֑וֶן
ʼâven
H205
"evil"
N-ms
This word refers to evil, wickedness, or trouble, often describing idolatry or iniquity, and is used in various KJV translations to convey a sense of wrongdoing.
Definition: 1) trouble, wickedness, sorrow 1a) trouble, sorrow 1b) idolatry 1c) trouble of iniquity, wickedness Also means: a.ven (אָ֫וֶן ": trouble" H0205H)
Usage: Occurs in 79 OT verses. KJV: affliction, evil, false, idol, iniquity, mischief, mourners(-ing), naught, sorrow, unjust, unrighteous, vain, vanity, wicked(-ness). Compare H369 (אַיִן). See also: Numbers 23:21; Psalms 94:23; Psalms 5:6.
וְ֝/לָ/לֶ֗כֶת
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
אַנְשֵׁי
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
רֶֽשַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
"wickedness"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for wickedness, describing wrong or immoral actions, as seen in the wickedness of enemies or those hostile to God. It appears in various forms, such as iniquity or wickedness. This concept is discussed in biblical books like Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) wrong, wickedness, guilt 1a) wickedness (as violence and crime against civil law) 1b) wickedness (of enemies) 1c) wickedness (in ethical relations)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: iniquity, wicked(-ness). See also: Deuteronomy 9:27; Proverbs 12:3; Psalms 5:5.
Study Notes — Job 34:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 34:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 34:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:8
- Cambridge Bible on Job 34:8
- Barnes' Notes on Job 34:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:8
- Sermons on Job 34:8
Context — Elihu Confirms God’s Justice
6Would I lie about my case? My wound is incurable, though I am without transgression.’
7What man is like Job, who drinks up derision like water?
8He keeps company with evildoers and walks with wicked men.
9For he has said, ‘It profits a man nothing that he should delight in God.’ 10Therefore listen to me, O men of understanding. Far be it from God to do wrong, and from the Almighty to act unjustly.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 1:1 | Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 15:33 | Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.” |
| 3 | Proverbs 13:20 | He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. |
| 4 | Psalms 26:4 | I do not sit with deceitful men, nor keep company with hypocrites. |
| 5 | Psalms 50:18 | When you see a thief, you befriend him, and throw in your lot with adulterers. |
| 6 | Proverbs 1:15 | my son, do not walk the road with them or set foot upon their path. |
| 7 | Proverbs 2:12 | to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perversity, |
| 8 | Psalms 73:12–15 | Behold, these are the wicked— always carefree as they increase their wealth. Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure; in innocence I have washed my hands. For I am afflicted all day long and punished every morning. If I had said, “I will speak this way,” then I would have betrayed Your children. |
| 9 | Job 2:10 | “You speak as a foolish woman speaks,” he told her. “Should we accept from God only good and not adversity?” In all this, Job did not sin in what he said. |
| 10 | Proverbs 4:14 | Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers. |
Job 34:8 Summary
[This verse, Job 34:8, is saying that Job has been spending time with people who do bad things, and that's not good for him. Just like how Proverbs 22:24-25 warns us that the company we keep can influence our behavior, we need to be careful about who we hang out with. We should try to surround ourselves with people who love and follow God, as seen in Psalm 119:63, and avoid those who might lead us astray. By doing so, we can stay on the right path and grow in our faith.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to keep company with evildoers?
According to Job 34:8, keeping company with evildoers means to associate or befriend those who do wrong, which can be harmful to one's spiritual well-being, as seen in Proverbs 22:24-25 and 1 Corinthians 15:33.
Is it wrong to be friends with people who are not Christians?
While Job 34:8 warns against keeping company with evildoers, it does not mean we should avoid all contact with non-Christians, as Jesus Himself associated with sinners to share the Gospel, as seen in Luke 15:1-2 and Matthew 9:10-13.
How can we know if someone is an evildoer?
An evildoer is someone who consistently does wrong and rejects God's ways, as described in Psalm 1:1 and Romans 3:10-18, and we should be cautious in our relationships with such individuals, as warned in 2 Corinthians 6:14-17.
What is the consequence of walking with wicked men?
Walking with wicked men can lead to spiritual harm and damage to one's relationship with God, as seen in Job 34:8 and Psalm 1:6, where it is written that the Lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.
Reflection Questions
- What kind of company do I keep, and how does it affect my walk with God?
- How can I balance being a light in the darkness with avoiding the influence of evildoers?
- What are some warning signs that someone is an evildoer, and how can I respond in a biblical way?
- How can I ensure that my friendships and relationships are glorifying to God and promoting spiritual growth?
Gill's Exposition on Job 34:8
Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity,.... The worst of men, who make it their constant business and employment to commit sin: and walketh with wicked men; the most abandoned of mankind.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:8
Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:8
Although I dare not say, as his three friends do, that he is a wicked man, yet in this matter he speaks and acts like one of them.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:8
Job 34:8 Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, and walketh with wicked men.Ver. 8. Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity] Strange if he should; for the wicked is abomination to the righteous, Proverbs 29:27. "Lord, gather not my soul with sinners, nor my life with bloody men," saith David, Psalms 26:9. Lord, send me not to hell among the wicked (said a certain good woman upon her death bed), for thou knowest I never liked their company here on earth. But how proveth Elihu this charge against Job, who was ever a terror to graceless Belialists? Forsooth he gathereth it from a certain speech of his, if he could tell what, or when it was uttered.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:8
(8) And walketh with wicked men.—This was the charge that was brought against Job by Eliphaz (Job 15:4-5; Job 22:15).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:8
Verse 8. Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity] This is an allusion to a caravan: all kinds of persons are found there; but yet a holy and respectable man might be found in that part of the company where profligates assembled. But surely this assertion of Elihu was not strictly true; and the words literally translated, will bear a less evil meaning: "Job makes a track ארח arach, to join fellowship, לחברה lechebrah, with the workers of iniquity;" i.e., Job's present mode of reasoning, when he says, "I am righteous, yet God hath taken away my judgment," is according to the assertion of sinners, who say, "There is no profit in serving God; for, if a man be righteous, he is not benefited by it, for God does not vindicate a just man's cause against his oppressors." By adopting so much of their creed, he intimates that Job is taking the steps that lead to fellowship with them. See Job 34:9.
Cambridge Bible on Job 34:8
8. In expressing such opinions Job goes over to the camp of the professed ungodly; comp. Job 22:15; Psalms 1:1.
Barnes' Notes on Job 34:8
Which goeth in company with the workers of iniquity - That is, in his sentiments. The idea is, that he advocated the same opinions which they did, and entertained the same views of God and of his government.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:8
8. In company — Literally, To the company. That Job should have uttered such words (Job 34:5-6) stirs the indignation of Elihu.
Sermons on Job 34:8
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Healing - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of using the gift that God has given us. He shares his personal experience of receiving more of God's gifts by choosing to use |
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(Dangers in the Way Series): Resisting the Worlds Propoganda by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of walking circumspectly as Christians, being watchful and cautious to avoid falling into the traps set by the devil. He spec |
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How to Prosper in Hard Times by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being convicted by the Holy Ghost and acknowledging one's sins before God. He encourages the congregation to rejoice in th |
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The Word of God by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker introduces Brother Keith Daniels, a faithful minister of the gospel from South Africa, who has been brought to minister to the young people in attendanc |
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Cain and Abel (The First Murder) - Part 1 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a 10-day period of fasting and prayer where they were seeking a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. They acknowledge that God did not act in t |
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Modern Spirituality and Your Mind by Voddie Baucham | In this sermon, the speaker challenges Christians to become involved in world evangelism and justifies why they are not serving the Lord overseas. The speaker emphasizes the import |
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All With One Accord by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching and singing in the church. He believes that when preaching and singing are done well, God blesses them and uses |