Job 37:20

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

Should he be informed that I want to speak? If a man speaks, surely he will be swallowed up!

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Referenced Verses

  • Job 6:3 : 3 But because it is heavier than the sand of the sea, that is why my words have been wild.
  • Job 11:7-8 : 7 “Can you discover the essence of God? Can you find out the perfection of the Almighty? 8 It is higher than the heavens– what can you do? It is deeper than Sheol– what can you know?
  • Ps 139:4 : 4 Certainly my tongue does not frame a word without you, O LORD, being thoroughly aware of it.
  • Matt 12:36-37 : 36 I tell you that on the day of judgment, people will give an account for every worthless word they speak. 37 For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”

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