Job 9:17
Job 9:17 in Multiple Translations
For He would crush me with a tempest and multiply my wounds without cause.
For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause.
For he breaketh me with a tempest, And multiplieth my wounds without cause.
For I would be crushed by his storm, my wounds would be increased without cause.
He pounds me with the winds of a storm; he wounds me time and again, without giving a reason.
For he destroyeth mee with a tempest, and woundeth me without cause.
Because with a tempest He bruiseth me, And hath multiplied my wounds for nought.
For he breaks me with a storm, and multiplies my wounds without cause.
For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause.
For he shall crush me in a whirlwind, and multiply my wounds even without cause.
He sends storms to batter me, and he bruises me many times ◄without any reason to do that/even though I am innocent►.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 9:17
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Job 9:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֲשֶׁר
בִּ/שְׂעָרָ֥ה
יְשׁוּפֵ֑/נִי
וְ/הִרְבָּ֖ה
פְצָעַ֣/י
חִנָּֽם
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בִּ/שְׂעָרָ֥ה
sᵉʻârâh
H8183
storm
Prep | N-fs
יְשׁוּפֵ֑/נִי
shûwph
H7779
to bruise
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
וְ/הִרְבָּ֖ה
râbâh
H7235
to multiply
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
פְצָעַ֣/י
petsaʻ
H6482
wound
N-mp | Suff
חִנָּֽם
chinnâm
H2600
for nothing
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 9:17
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בִּ/שְׂעָרָ֥ה
sᵉʻârâh
H8183
"storm"
Prep | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a strong storm or hurricane, like the ones that hit Israel in biblical times. It's used to describe powerful weather events. In the Bible, storms often symbolize God's power.
Definition: storm
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: storm, tempest. See also: Job 9:17; Nahum 1:3.
יְשׁוּפֵ֑/נִי
shûwph
H7779
"to bruise"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to bruise or crush something, and is often used to describe overwhelming force. It can also mean to snap at or seize something. In the Bible, it is used to describe God's power and judgment.
Definition: 1) to bruise, crush, gape upon, desire?, seize?, strike out? 1a) (Qal) to fall upon, bruise
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: break, bruise, cover. See also: Genesis 3:15; Job 9:17; Psalms 139:11.
וְ/הִרְבָּ֖ה
râbâh
H7235
"to multiply"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
This word means to increase or grow, like a plant shooting up. It is used in the Bible to describe something getting bigger or more abundant. The KJV translates it as abundance or bring up.
Definition: 1) be or become great, be or become many, be or become much, be or become numerous 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become many, become numerous, multiply (of people, animals, things) 1a2) to be or grow great 1b) (Piel) to make large, enlarge, increase, become many 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make much, make many, have many 1c1a) to multiply, increase 1c1b) to make much to do, do much in respect of, transgress greatly 1c1c) to increase greatly or exceedingly 1c2) to make great, enlarge, do much Aramaic equivalent: re.vah (רְבָה "to grow great" H7236)
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: (bring in) abundance ([idiom] -antly), [phrase] archer (by mistake for H7232 (רָבַב)), be in authority, bring up, [idiom] continue, enlarge, excel, exceeding(-ly), be full of, (be, make) great(-er, -ly, [idiom] -ness), grow up, heap, increase, be long, (be, give, have, make, use) many (a time), (any, be, give, give the, have) more (in number), (ask, be, be so, gather, over, take, yield) much (greater, more), (make to) multiply, nourish, plenty(-eous), [idiom] process (of time), sore, store, thoroughly, very. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 33:6; Psalms 16:4.
פְצָעַ֣/י
petsaʻ
H6482
"wound"
N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word means a wound or bruise, often referring to physical harm. It appears in various KJV translations as wound or wounding. In biblical context, it describes an injury or hurt.
Definition: bruise, wound
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: wound(-ing). See also: Genesis 4:23; Proverbs 20:30; Proverbs 23:29.
חִנָּֽם
chinnâm
H2600
"for nothing"
Adv
For nothing means something is done without a reason or cost. It can also mean something is done in vain or without purpose. This concept is seen in various Bible stories and teachings.
Definition: 1) freely, for nothing, without cause 1a) gratis, gratuitously, for nothing 1b) for no purpose, in vain 1c) gratuitously, without cause, undeservedly
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: without a cause (cost, wages), causeless, to cost nothing, free(-ly), innocent, for nothing (nought, in vain. See also: Genesis 29:15; Psalms 69:5; Psalms 35:7.
Study Notes — Job 9:17
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 9:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 9:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 9:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 9:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 9:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 9:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 9:17
- Cambridge Bible on Job 9:17
- Barnes' Notes on Job 9:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 9:17
- Sermons on Job 9:17
Context — Job: How Can I Contend with God?
15For even if I were right, I could not answer. I could only beg my Judge for mercy.
16If I summoned Him and He answered me, I do not believe He would listen to my voice.
17For He would crush me with a tempest and multiply my wounds without cause.
18He does not let me catch my breath, but overwhelms me with bitterness. 19If it is a matter of strength, He is indeed mighty! If it is a matter of justice, who can summon Him ?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 16:14 | He breaks me with wound upon wound; He rushes me like a mighty warrior. |
| 2 | Job 2:3 | Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He still retains his integrity, even though you incited Me against him to ruin him without cause.” |
| 3 | Job 34:6 | Would I lie about my case? My wound is incurable, though I am without transgression.’ |
| 4 | Job 30:22 | You snatch me up into the wind and drive me before it; You toss me about in the storm. |
| 5 | Job 2:7 | So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and infected Job with terrible boils from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head. |
| 6 | Isaiah 28:17 | I will make justice the measuring line and righteousness the level. Hail will sweep away your refuge of lies, and water will flood your hiding place. |
| 7 | Psalms 83:15 | so pursue them with Your tempest, and terrify them with Your storm. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 23:19 | Behold, the storm of the LORD has gone out with fury, a whirlwind swirling down upon the heads of the wicked. |
| 9 | Job 1:14–19 | a messenger came and reported to Job: “While the oxen were plowing and the donkeys were grazing nearby, the Sabeans swooped down and took them away. They put the servants to the sword, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “The fire of God fell from heaven. It burned and consumed the sheep and the servants, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “The Chaldeans formed three bands, raided the camels, and took them away. They put the servants to the sword, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “Your sons and daughters were eating and drinking wine in their oldest brother’s house, when suddenly a mighty wind swept in from the desert and struck the four corners of the house. It collapsed on the young people and they are dead, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” |
| 10 | Psalms 42:7 | Deep calls to deep in the roar of Your waterfalls; all Your breakers and waves have rolled over me. |
Job 9:17 Summary
In this verse, Job is expressing his feelings of fear and despair as he faces his suffering. He feels like God is distant and unresponsive, and that He is adding to his suffering without any just reason. This can be a difficult and scary feeling, but it's okay to express our emotions and doubts to God, as we see in Psalms 13:1-2. We can trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand what is happening in our lives, and we can find comfort in His promise to be with us always, as seen in Matthew 28:20.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Job feel that God would crush him with a tempest?
Job feels this way because he is overwhelmed by his suffering and feels that God is distant and unresponsive, as seen in Job 9:17, and this feeling is also reflected in other passages like Psalms 38:9 where the psalmist feels overwhelmed by his emotions.
What does Job mean by 'multiply my wounds without cause'?
Job means that he feels God is adding to his suffering without any just reason, which is a feeling also expressed in Lamentations 3:32 where the prophet feels that God has afflicted him without cause.
How does this verse relate to Job's overall perspective on God?
This verse shows Job's feeling of despair and hopelessness in the face of his suffering, which is a common theme throughout the book of Job, as seen in Job 10:1 where Job says he is tired of his life.
What can we learn from Job's expression of fear and doubt?
We can learn that even in the midst of suffering and uncertainty, it is okay to express our emotions and doubts to God, as seen in Psalms 13:1-2 where the psalmist cries out to God in his distress.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have felt like God was distant or unresponsive, and how did I respond to those feelings?
- How can I balance my feelings of suffering and despair with the truth of God's love and care for me, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11?
- What are some ways that I can express my emotions and doubts to God in a honest and authentic way, like Job and the psalmists?
- How can I trust in God's goodness and sovereignty even when I don't understand what is happening in my life, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Job 9:17
For he breaketh me with a tempest,.... Which rises suddenly, comes powerfully, and carries all before it irresistibly; hereby signifying the nature of his present sore afflictions, which came upon
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 9:17
If I had called, and he had answered me; yet would I not believe that he had hearkened unto my voice.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 9:17
This is the reason of his foregoing diffidence, that even when God seemed to answer him in words, yet the course of his actions towards him was of a quite contrary nature and tendency. With a tempest; as with a tempest, i.e. unexpectedly, violently, and irrecoverably. Without cause; not simply without any desert of his, or as if he had no sin in him, for he oft declares the contrary; but without any evident or special cause of such singular afflictions, i.e. any peculiar and extraordinary guilt, such as my friends charge me with.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 9:17
Job 9:17 For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth my wounds without cause.Ver. 17. For he breaketh me with a tempest] q.d. This is one thing also that maketh me think I am not heard, because I am not helped; but after my prayer I am in as bad a case as before and seem to have a repulse from God. Afflictions continued are no evidence that prayer is not heard; yet usually it is very inevident to an afflicted person that his prayer is heard. The Hebrew (and so the Vulgate) hath it, He will break me, that is, saith one, If I should plead before him as pure, although I might temporally, or for a time, be delivered, yet I should not finally escape destruction, although I should give him none other cause. Whereby we may see upon what danger of being torn in pieces by God’ s judgments our justiciaries put themselves that will needs go to God in their own righteousness, as the proud Pharisee, Luke 18:11-12 The calamity of these merit mongers shall rise suddenly. Behold, a whirlwind, or a tempest of the Lord, goeth forth in fury, even a grievous whirlwind; it shall fall grievously upon th e head of these wicked ones, Jeremiah 23:19. This St Paul knew, and, therefore, did his utmost that he might be found in Christ (sc. when sought for by the justice of God), not having his "own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith," Philippians 3:9. And multiplieth my wounds without cause] i.e. Without any other cause than to try me, and prove my patience, which now Job began to perceive, as Philip gathereth; or, without any manifest cause, and perceivable by an afflicted man, so Aquinas senseth it.
God hath not told me the reason of his chastenings; but, to increase my grief, he concealeth from me the cause of them; and yet he multiplieth still my sores and my sorrows. Or, without cause, that is, without any such cause as his friends alleged against him, viz. that he was a rank hypocrite.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 9:17
(17) He breaketh me . . .—This is one of the three passages in which this word is found, the other two being Genesis 3:15, “It shall bruise,” &c., and Psalms 139:11, “If I say the darkness shall cover me.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 9:17
Verse 17. He breaketh me with a tempest] The Targum, Syriac, and Arabic have this sense: He powerfully smites even every hair of my head and multiplies my wounds without cause. That is, There is no reason known to myself, or to any man, why I should be thus most oppressively afflicted. It is, therefore, cruel, and inconsequent to assert that I suffer for my crimes.
Cambridge Bible on Job 9:17
11–24. From the operation of this terrible force in the physical world Job passes on to describe its display among creatures, and to shew how it paralyses and crushes them.
Barnes' Notes on Job 9:17
For he breaketh me - He is overwhelming me with a tempest; that is, with the storms of wrath. He shows me no mercy.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 9:17
Strophe b — In the ravings of his despair, (see Job 6:3,) Job declares his sufferings to be a tangible proof that God may be almighty but not just, Job 9:17-20.17.
Sermons on Job 9:17
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Living in God's Compound by Otto Koning | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony of how God transformed his family's life. He talks about how his son repented and became a soul winner after attending a lif |
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Our Daily Homily - Job by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer reflects on the life of Job, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against temptation during times of festivity and the necessity of prayer and intercession for loved |
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A Perfect and an Upright Man. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer discusses the character of Job, whom God described as perfect, emphasizing that Job lived according to his understanding of God's requirements. Despite Satan's accusatio |
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(Depressed Disciples) False Teaching by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the current state of the world and how it reflects the perilous times mentioned in the Bible. He emphasizes the storms and challenges that pe |
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(Depressed Disciples) the Storms of Life by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the current state of the world and how it reflects the perilous times mentioned in the Bible. He emphasizes the storms and challenges that pe |
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Job 1 by Robert F. Adcock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a plan and following the will of God. He encourages young people to avoid disobedience and mistakes, and to strive t |
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John 5:10-16. Christ's Interview With the Restored Paralytic. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the story of the restored paralytic man to highlight the bitter hatred of men towards the truth, showcasing how the Jews accused Jesus of breaking t |