Job 39:11
Job 39:11 in Multiple Translations
Can you rely on his great strength? Will you leave your hard work to him?
Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great? or wilt thou leave thy labour to him?
Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great? Or wilt thou leave to him thy labor?
Will you put your faith in him, because his strength is great? will you give the fruit of your work into his care?
Because it's so powerful can you trust it? Can you depend on it to do your heavy work for you?
He seeketh out the mountaine for his pasture, and searcheth after euery greene thing.
Dost thou trust in him because great [is] his power? And dost thou leave unto him thy labour?
Will you trust him, because his strength is great? Or will you leave to him your labor?
Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great? or wilt thou leave thy labor to him?
Wilt thou have confidence in his great strength, and leave thy labours to him?
Since it is very strong, can you trust it to work for you? Can you go away after you tell it what work it should do and assume that it will do that work?
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 39:11
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Job 39:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הֲֽ/תִבְטַח
בּ֭/וֹ
כִּי
רַ֣ב
כֹּח֑/וֹ
וְ/תַעֲזֹ֖ב
אֵלָ֣י/ו
יְגִיעֶֽ/ךָ
הֲֽ/תִבְטַח
bâṭach
H982
to trust
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
בּ֭/וֹ
Prep | Suff
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
רַ֣ב
rab
H7227
many
Adj
כֹּח֑/וֹ
kôach
H3581
reptile
N-ms | Suff
וְ/תַעֲזֹ֖ב
ʻâzab
H5800
Forsaken
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
אֵלָ֣י/ו
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
יְגִיעֶֽ/ךָ
yᵉgîyaʻ
H3018
toil
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 39:11
הֲֽ/תִבְטַח
bâṭach
H982
"to trust"
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
To trust means to have confidence or faith in something or someone, like the Israelites trusting in God to lead them through the desert, as seen in Psalm 23.
Definition: 1) to trust 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to trust, trust in 1a2) to have confidence, be confident 1a3) to be bold 1a4) to be secure 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to trust, make secure 2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
Usage: Occurs in 117 OT verses. KJV: be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 28:52; Psalms 118:8; Psalms 4:6.
בּ֭/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
כִּי
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.
רַ֣ב
rab
H7227
"many"
Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.
כֹּח֑/וֹ
kôach
H3581
"reptile"
N-ms | Suff
Koach means strength or power, referring to human, angelic, or God's might. It can also describe the strength of animals or the produce of soil.
Definition: 1) a small reptile, probably a kind of lizard, which is unclean 1a) perhaps an extinct animal, exact meaning is unknown
Usage: Occurs in 121 OT verses. KJV: ability, able, chameleon, force, fruits, might, power(-ful), strength, substance, wealth. See also: Genesis 4:12; Job 36:5; Psalms 22:16.
וְ/תַעֲזֹ֖ב
ʻâzab
H5800
"Forsaken"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
Forsaken means to loosen or relinquish something, often implying abandonment. In the Bible, the word appears in Psalm 22:1, where David cries out to God, saying my God, why have you forsaken me. The term signifies a sense of desperation and isolation.
Definition: This name means to restore, repair Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 206 OT verses. KJV: commit self, fail, forsake, fortify, help, leave (destitute, off), refuse, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:24; Nehemiah 5:10; Psalms 9:11.
אֵלָ֣י/ו
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
יְגִיעֶֽ/ךָ
yᵉgîyaʻ
H3018
"toil"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to hard work or labor, and the things we produce as a result of our efforts. It can also mean the property or wealth we acquire through our work. The KJV translates it as 'labour' or 'work'.
Definition: 1) toil, work 2) product, produce, acquired property (as a result of work)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: labour, work. See also: Genesis 31:42; Psalms 128:2; Psalms 78:46.
Study Notes — Job 39:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 39:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 39:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 39:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 39:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 39:11
- Cambridge Bible on Job 39:11
- Barnes' Notes on Job 39:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 39:11
- Sermons on Job 39:11
Context — The LORD Speaks of His Creation
9Will the wild ox consent to serve you? Will he stay by your manger at night?
10Can you hold him to the furrow with a harness? Will he plow the valleys behind you?
11Can you rely on his great strength? Will you leave your hard work to him?
12Can you trust him to bring in your grain and gather it to your threshing floor? 13The wings of the ostrich flap joyfully, but cannot match the pinions and feathers of the stork.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 1:26 | Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, and over all the earth itself and every creature that crawls upon it.” |
| 2 | Psalms 144:14 | Our oxen will bear great loads. There will be no breach in the walls, no going into captivity, and no cry of lament in our streets. |
| 3 | Genesis 42:26 | and they loaded the grain on their donkeys and departed. |
| 4 | Genesis 1:28 | God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 31:1–3 | Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD. Yet He too is wise and brings disaster; He does not call back His words. He will rise up against the house of the wicked and against the allies of evildoers. But the Egyptians are men, not God; their horses are flesh, not spirit. When the LORD stretches out His hand, the helper will stumble, and the one he helps will fall; both will perish together. |
| 6 | Psalms 147:10 | He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legpower of the man. |
| 7 | Genesis 9:2 | The fear and dread of you will fall on every living creature on the earth, every bird of the air, every creature that crawls on the ground, and all the fish of the sea. They are delivered into your hand. |
| 8 | Proverbs 14:4 | Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. |
| 9 | Psalms 33:16–17 | No king is saved by his vast army; no warrior is delivered by his great strength. A horse is a vain hope for salvation; even its great strength cannot save. |
| 10 | Psalms 20:7 | Some trust in chariots and others in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God. |
Job 39:11 Summary
Job 39:11 is asking if we can really trust in the strength of creation, like the wild ox, to get things done. The answer is no, because creation is limited and can't be controlled by humans. Instead, we should trust in God's great strength and power, just like we're encouraged to do in Psalm 28:7 and 1 Peter 5:7. By trusting in God, we can find true strength and provision for our lives, rather than relying on our own efforts or the strength of others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main idea of Job 39:11?
The main idea of Job 39:11 is to highlight the limitations of human control over creation, as seen in the example of the wild ox, and to encourage trust in God's sovereign power, as described in Psalm 104:1-35 and Romans 11:33-36.
Why does God use the example of the wild ox in Job 39:9-12?
God uses the example of the wild ox to illustrate the futility of human attempts to control or rely on creation, rather than trusting in His strength and provision, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:3 and Matthew 6:25-34.
How does Job 39:11 relate to our daily lives?
Job 39:11 reminds us that we cannot rely solely on our own strength or the strength of others, but rather we should trust in God's power and provision, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 40:28-31.
What is the significance of the phrase 'leave your hard work to him' in Job 39:11?
The phrase 'leave your hard work to him' emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, rather than relying on our own efforts, as seen in Jeremiah 17:5-8 and 2 Corinthians 9:8.
Reflection Questions
- In what areas of my life am I trying to rely on my own strength, rather than trusting in God's power?
- How can I apply the lesson of Job 39:11 to my daily work and responsibilities?
- What are some ways I can cultivate trust in God's sovereignty and provision, rather than relying on human strength or control?
- How does the example of the wild ox in Job 39:9-12 challenge my understanding of God's power and my place in creation?
Gill's Exposition on Job 39:11
Wilt thou trust him, because his strength [is] great?.... No; tame oxen are employed because they are strong to labour, Psalms 144:14; and they are to be trusted, in ploughing or treading out the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 39:11
Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great? or wilt thou leave thy labour to him? Thy labour - rustic work.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 39:11
Wilt thou trust him, to wit, for the doing of these works, because he is very able for thy work? And wilt thou by thy power make him willing, or force him, to put forth and spend his strength in thy service? Thy labour; either, 1. Thy work of ploughing and harrowing. Or rather, 2. The fruit of thy labour, or the goods gotten by thy labour, as this word is oft used, as 128:2 , to wit, the fruits of the earth procured by God’ s blessing upon thy industry. To him; to be brought home by him into thy barns, as the next verse explains it.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 39:11
Job 39:11 Wilt thou trust him, because his strength [is] great? or wilt thou leave thy labour to him?Ver. 11. Wilt thou trust him, because his strength is great?] Of the unicorn’ s strength Balaam speaketh, Numbers 23:22. The Hebrew word signifieth such lustiness, courage, and prowess, as whereby one endureth labour without weariness or fainting. Such strength is required in ploughmen, whose work is never at an end; and hard fallow must have a strong team. But the unicorn will never fadge nor frame to such an employment. Free God hath made him; and rather than part with his freedom he will part with his life. Let men learn to stand fast in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made them free, Galatians 5:1, and not be again entangled (as oxen tied to the yoke) with the yoke of spiritual bondage, worse than the Egyptian servitude.
Cambridge Bible on Job 39:11
9–12. The Wild ox.
Barnes' Notes on Job 39:11
Wilt thou trust him? - As thou dost the ox. In the domestic animals great confidence is of necessity placed, and the reliance on the fidelity of the ox and the horse is not usually misplaced.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 39:11
11. Because his strength is great — The greater wonder, then, that man cannot avail himself of this strength to do his work. Labour — Rather, in the sense of the fruit of one’s labour.
Sermons on Job 39:11
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(Basics) 12. God's Word Renews Our Mind by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how the Word of God and the Holy Spirit can transform our chaotic and dark lives into something excellent and very good, just as God did with |
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(The Chief End of Man - Part 1): Worshippers of the Most High by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the reason for the gospel and the need for conversion. He states that many people in the world suffer from s |
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(2008 Usa Tour) Marriage! the Scriptures! by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of love and obedience within the family. He emphasizes that husbands should love their wives as they love themselves, and wiv |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 14:12 - Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of standing up for righteousness in a fallen world. He uses the example of Daniel from the book of Daniel in the Bible, |
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(Genesis) Evolution vs Creation by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of evolution and its contrast with the biblical account of creation. He emphasizes that the true origin of the universe is unknow |
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(Bible Analysis of Man) Man in the Bible - Part 2 by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of new creation and the transformation that takes place within individuals. He highlights the importance of love and how it can |
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K-042 True Manhood by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of complete surrender to God. He describes surrender as falling on one's face before God in utter submission. The speaker warn |