Job 36:5

5 “God is mighty, but despises no one; he is mighty, and firm in his purpose.

Job 36:5 in Other Translations

KJV
5 Behold, God is mighty, and despiseth not any: he is mighty in strength and wisdom.
ESV
5 "Behold, God is mighty, and does not despise any; he is mighty in strength of understanding.
NLT
5 “God is mighty, but he does not despise anyone! He is mighty in both power and understanding.
MSG
5 "It's true that God is all-powerful, but he doesn't bully innocent people.
CSB
5 Yes, God is mighty, but He despises [no one]; He understands all things.

Job 36:5 In-Context

3 I get my knowledge from afar; I will ascribe justice to my Maker.
4 Be assured that my words are not false; one who has perfect knowledge is with you.
5 “God is mighty, but despises no one; he is mighty, and firm in his purpose.
6 He does not keep the wicked alive but gives the afflicted their rights.
7 He does not take his eyes off the righteous; he enthrones them with kings and exalts them forever.

Cross References 3

  • 1. S Job 9:4
  • 2. Psalms 5:2; Psalms 22:24; Psalms 31:22; Psalms 69:33; Psalms 102:17; Psalms 103:10
  • 3. S Numbers 23:19; Romans 11:29; Job 12:13
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