Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version to the land of deepest night, of utter darkness and disorder, where even the light is like darkness.” New Living Translation It is a land as dark as midnight, a land of gloom and confusion, where even the light is dark as midnight.’” English Standard Version the land of gloom like thick darkness, like deep shadow without any order, where light is as thick darkness.” Berean Standard Bible to a land of utter darkness, of deep shadow and disorder, where even the light is like darkness.” King James Bible A land of darkness, as darkness itself; and of the shadow of death, without any order, and where the light is as darkness. New King James Version A land as dark as darkness itself, As the shadow of death, without any order, Where even the light is like darkness.’ ” New American Standard Bible The land of utter gloom like darkness itself, Of deep shadow without order, And it shines like darkness.” NASB 1995 The land of utter gloom as darkness itself, Of deep shadow without order, And which shines as the darkness.” NASB 1977 The land of utter gloom as darkness itself, Of deep shadow without order, And which shines as the darkness.” Legacy Standard Bible The land of utter gloom as the thick darkness itself, Of the shadow of death, without order, And which shines as the thick darkness.” Amplified Bible The [sunless] land of utter gloom as darkness itself, [The land] of the shadow of death, without order, And [where] it shines as [thick] darkness.” Christian Standard Bible It is a land of blackness like the deepest darkness, gloomy and chaotic, where even the light is like the darkness.” Holman Christian Standard Bible It is a land of blackness like the deepest darkness, gloomy and chaotic, where even the light is like the darkness.” American Standard Version The land dark as midnight, The land of the shadow of death, without any order, And where the light is as midnight. Contemporary English Version of darkness and despair, the place of no return. English Revised Version A land of thick darkness, as darkness itself; a land of the shadow of death, without any order, and where the light is as darkness. GOD'S WORD® Translation to a dismal land of long shadows and confusion where light is as bright as darkness. I'll never return.' " Good News Translation a land of darkness, shadows, and confusion, where the light itself is darkness. International Standard Version It's a gloomy land, like deepest darkness; where there's no order, and where even the brightness is like darkness.'" Majority Standard Bible to a land of utter darkness, of deep shadow and disorder, where even the light is like darkness.? NET Bible to the land of utter darkness, like the deepest darkness, and the deepest shadow and disorder, where even the light is like darkness." New Heart English Bible the land dark as midnight, of the shadow of death, without any order, where the light is as midnight.'" Webster's Bible Translation A land of darkness, as darkness itself; and of the shades of death, without any order, and where the light is as darkness. World English Bible the land dark as midnight, of the shadow of death, without any order, where the light is as midnight.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA land of obscurity as thick darkness, "" Death-shade—and no order, "" And the shining [is] as thick darkness.” Young's Literal Translation A land of obscurity as thick darkness, Death-shade -- and no order, And the shining is as thick darkness.' Smith's Literal Translation A land of darkness, as thick darkness; of the shadow of death, and not orders, and the brightness, as thick darkness. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA land of misery and darkness, where the shadow of death, and no order, but everlasting horror dwelleth. Catholic Public Domain Version a land of misery and darkness, where the shadow of death, and nothing else but everlasting horror, dwells. New American Bible The dark, disordered land where darkness is the only light. New Revised Standard Version the land of gloom and chaos, where light is like darkness.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleA land of loneliness and deep darkness, and of the shadow of death, without any order or time; wearisome like a deep pit. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Of wasting away as deep darkness and shadows of death, and there are no ranks of generations in it, and there is languishing as deep darkness OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A land of thick darkness, as darkness itself; A land of the shadow of death, without any order, And where the light is as darkness. Brenton Septuagint Translation to a land of perpetual darkness, where there is no light, neither can any one see the life of mortals. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job's Plea to God…21before I go—never to return—to a land of darkness and gloom, 22to a land of utter darkness, of deep shadow and disorder, where even the light is like darkness.” Cross References Isaiah 8:22 Then they will look to the earth and see only distress and darkness and the gloom of anguish. And they will be driven into utter darkness. Jeremiah 13:16 Give glory to the LORD your God before He brings darkness, before your feet stumble on the dusky mountains. You wait for light, but He turns it into deep gloom and thick darkness. Matthew 8:12 But the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Matthew 22:13 Then the king told the servants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ Matthew 25:30 And throw that worthless servant into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ John 3:19-20 And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. / Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. John 12:35 Then Jesus told them, “For a little while longer, the Light will be among you. Walk while you have the Light, so that darkness will not overtake you. The one who walks in the darkness does not know where he is going. 2 Peter 2:17 These men are springs without water and mists driven by a storm. Blackest darkness is reserved for them. Jude 1:13 They are wild waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars, for whom blackest darkness has been reserved forever. Revelation 16:10 And the fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, and its kingdom was plunged into darkness, and men began to gnaw their tongues in anguish Revelation 22:5 There will be no more night in the city, and they will have no need for the light of a lamp or of the sun. For the Lord God will shine on them, and they will reign forever and ever. Psalm 88:6 You have laid me in the lowest Pit, in the darkest of the depths. Psalm 88:12 Will Your wonders be known in the darkness, or Your righteousness in the land of oblivion? Psalm 143:3 For the enemy has pursued my soul, crushing my life to the ground, making me dwell in darkness like those long since dead. Isaiah 60:2 For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. Treasury of Scripture A land of darkness, as darkness itself; and of the shadow of death, without any order, and where the light is as darkness. Jump to Previous Chaos Dark Darkness Death Death-Shade Deep Deepest Disorder Gloom Itself Light Midnight Night Obscurity Order Shades Shadow Shines Shining Thick UtterJump to Next Chaos Dark Darkness Death Death-Shade Deep Deepest Disorder Gloom Itself Light Midnight Night Obscurity Order Shades Shadow Shines Shining Thick UtterJob 10 1. Job, taking liberty of complaint, expostulates with God about his afflictions18. He complains of life, and craves a little ease before death to a land of utter darkness This phrase reflects Job's perception of Sheol, the abode of the dead in ancient Hebrew thought. It is depicted as a place devoid of God's presence and light, symbolizing despair and hopelessness. The concept of darkness is often used in Scripture to represent separation from God (e.g., Psalm 88:12). In the New Testament, darkness is contrasted with the light of Christ (John 1:5), emphasizing the transformative power of Jesus as the light of the world. of deep shadow and disorder where even the light is like darkness Persons / Places / Events 1. JobA man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, experiencing intense suffering and questioning God's justice. 2. Land of Utter Darkness A metaphorical place representing the depths of despair and chaos, often associated with Sheol or the grave in Hebrew thought. 3. Deep Shadow and Disorder Symbolic of confusion, lack of clarity, and the absence of divine order, reflecting Job's inner turmoil and the seeming absence of God's presence. Teaching Points Understanding SufferingJob's description of darkness and disorder reflects the reality of human suffering and the feeling of being distant from God. It is important to acknowledge these feelings and seek God's presence even when He seems absent. The Nature of Despair The imagery of darkness and disorder can be a powerful reminder of the chaos sin brings into the world. Believers are called to trust in God's ultimate order and sovereignty, even when life feels chaotic. Hope in Darkness While Job speaks of darkness, the broader biblical account assures us of God's light. Christians are encouraged to hold onto the hope of Christ, who is the light in our darkest times. Faith Amidst Trials Job's lament teaches us that it is permissible to express our deepest fears and doubts to God. Faith does not mean the absence of questions but trusting God despite them. Community Support In times of darkness, the support of a faith community can be crucial. Believers are encouraged to bear one another's burdens and provide encouragement and support.Verse 22. - A land of darkness, as darkness itself; or, a land of thick darkness (see the Revised Version). And of the shadow of death, without any order. The absence of order is a new and peculiar feature. We do not find it in the other accounts of Hades. But it lends additional horror and weirdness to the scene. And where the light is as darkness. Not, therefore, absolutely without light, but with such a light as Milton calls "darkness visible."
Hebrew to a landאֶ֤רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of utter darkness, עֵיפָ֨תָה ׀ (‘ê·p̄ā·ṯāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5890: Obscurity of deep shadow צַ֭לְמָוֶת (ṣal·mā·weṯ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6757: Death-like shadow, deep shadow and disorder, וְלֹ֥א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no where even the light וַתֹּ֥פַע (wat·tō·p̄a‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3313: To shine out or forth, to send out beams, cause to shine is like כְּמוֹ־ (kə·mōw-) Preposition Strong's 3644: Like, as, when darkness.” אֹֽפֶל׃ (’ō·p̄el) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 652: Darkness, gloom Links Job 10:22 NIVJob 10:22 NLT Job 10:22 ESV Job 10:22 NASB Job 10:22 KJV Job 10:22 BibleApps.com Job 10:22 Biblia Paralela Job 10:22 Chinese Bible Job 10:22 French Bible Job 10:22 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 10:22 The land dark as midnight (Jb) |
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