Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version as long as I have life within me, the breath of God in my nostrils, New Living Translation As long as I live, while I have breath from God, English Standard Version as long as my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils, Berean Standard Bible as long as my breath is still within me and the breath of God remains in my nostrils, King James Bible All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils; New King James Version As long as my breath is in me, And the breath of God in my nostrils, New American Standard Bible For as long as life is in me, And the breath of God is in my nostrils, NASB 1995 For as long as life is in me, And the breath of God is in my nostrils, NASB 1977 For as long as life is in me, And the breath of God is in my nostrils, Legacy Standard Bible For as long as breath is in me, And the spirit from God is in my nostrils, Amplified Bible As long as my life is within me, And the breath of God is [still] in my nostrils, Christian Standard Bible as long as my breath is still in me and the breath from God remains in my nostrils, Holman Christian Standard Bible as long as my breath is still in me and the breath from God remains in my nostrils, American Standard Version (For my life is yet whole in me, And the spirit of God is in my nostrils); Contemporary English Version and while he gives me breath, English Revised Version (For my life is yet whole in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils;) GOD'S WORD® Translation 'As long as there is one breath [left] in me and God's breath fills my nostrils, Good News Translation as long as God gives me breath, International Standard Version As long as I can breathe; as long as God's breath is in my nostrils, Majority Standard Bible as long as my breath is still within me and the breath of God remains in my nostrils, NET Bible for while my spirit is still in me, and the breath from God is in my nostrils, New Heart English Bible (For the length of my life is still in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils); Webster's Bible Translation All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils; World English Bible (for the length of my life is still in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils); Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor all the while my breath [is] in me, "" And the wind of God in my nostrils. Young's Literal Translation For all the while my breath is in me, And the spirit of God in my nostrils. Smith's Literal Translation For all the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God in my nose; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs long as breath remaineth in me, and the spirit of God in my nostrils, Catholic Public Domain Version as long as my breath remains in me and the breath of God remains in my nostrils, New American Bible So long as I still have life breath in me, the breath of God in my nostrils, New Revised Standard Version as long as my breath is in me and the spirit of God is in my nostrils, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAs long as my soul is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated “All of whom is in me and The Spirit of God is in my nostrils OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917All the while my breath is in me And the spirit of God is in my nostrils, Brenton Septuagint Translation verily, while my breath is yet in me, and the breath of God which remains to me is in my nostrils, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job Affirms His Integrity…2“As surely as God lives, who has deprived me of justice—the Almighty, who has embittered my soul— 3as long as my breath is still within me and the breath of God remains in my nostrils, 4my lips will not speak wickedness, and my tongue will not utter deceit.… Cross References Genesis 2:7 Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being. Isaiah 42:5 This is what God the LORD says—He who created the heavens and stretched them out, who spread out the earth and its offspring, who gives breath to the people on it and life to those who walk in it: Acts 17:25 Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. Ezekiel 37:5-6 This is what the Lord GOD says to these bones: I will cause breath to enter you, and you will come to life. / I will attach tendons to you and make flesh grow upon you and cover you with skin. I will put breath within you so that you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’” Psalm 104:29-30 When You hide Your face, they are terrified; when You take away their breath, they die and return to dust. / When You send Your Spirit, they are created, and You renew the face of the earth. Job 33:4 The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life. Genesis 7:22 Of all that was on dry land, everything that had the breath of life in its nostrils died. Isaiah 57:16 For I will not accuse you forever, nor will I always be angry; for then the spirit of man would grow weak before Me—the breath of life I have made. Daniel 5:23 Instead, you have exalted yourself against the Lord of heaven. The vessels from His house were brought to you, and as you drank wine from them with your nobles, wives, and concubines, you praised your gods of silver and gold, bronze and iron, wood and stone, which cannot see or hear or understand. But you have failed to glorify the God who holds in His hand your very breath and all your ways. Psalm 146:4 When his spirit departs, he returns to the ground; on that very day his plans perish. Ecclesiastes 12:7 before the dust returns to the ground from which it came and the spirit returns to God who gave it. Acts 17:28 ‘For in Him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are His offspring.’ 1 Corinthians 15:45 So it is written: “The first man Adam became a living being”; the last Adam a life-giving spirit. John 20:22 When He had said this, He breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:2 For in Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set you free from the law of sin and death. Treasury of Scripture All the while my breath is in me, and the spirit of God is in my nostrils; the spirit of God. Genesis 2:7 And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. Isaiah 2:22 Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrils: for wherein is he to be accounted of? Acts 17:25 Neither is worshipped with men's hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things; Jump to Previous Breath Length Nostrils Spirit Whole WithinJump to Next Breath Length Nostrils Spirit Whole WithinJob 27 1. Job protests his sincerity8. The hypocrite is without hope 11. The blessings which the wicked have are turned into curses as long as my breath is still within me This phrase emphasizes the vitality and life that God has granted to Job. In the Hebrew context, "breath" (ruach) often signifies life or spirit, indicating the divine gift of life. The breath of life is first mentioned in Genesis 2:7, where God breathes life into Adam, highlighting the intimate connection between God and human life. Job's assertion here reflects his awareness of the divine origin of his life and his dependence on God for his continued existence. This phrase also underscores Job's resolve to maintain his integrity and righteousness as long as he lives, despite his suffering. and the breath of God remains in my nostrils 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, known for his immense suffering and unwavering faith. 2. God The Creator and Sustainer of life, who allows Job to be tested by Satan but ultimately restores him. 3. Satan The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job is faithful only because of his prosperity. 4. Job's Friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who visit Job to comfort him but end up accusing him of wrongdoing. 5. The Land of Uz The setting of the Book of Job, a region whose exact location is uncertain but is traditionally considered to be in the area of Edom or northern Arabia. Teaching Points The Source of LifeRecognize that life is a gift from God, sustained by His breath. This understanding should lead to a posture of humility and gratitude. Faith Amidst Suffering Job's declaration of faith, even in suffering, challenges believers to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, regardless of circumstances. Integrity and Perseverance Job's commitment to maintaining his integrity, despite his trials, serves as a model for believers to remain steadfast in their faith. Dependence on God Acknowledge our complete dependence on God for every breath, which should inspire a life of worship and obedience. The Breath of God Reflect on the spiritual significance of God's breath, which not only gives physical life but also spiritual vitality through the Holy Spirit.Verse 3. - All the while my breath is in me. This verse is parenthetic. Job claims in it to be in possession of all his faculties, notwithstanding his sufferings. The right translation would seem to be, "For my life is yet whole within me" (see the Revised Version). And the spirit of God is in my nostrils. The spirit of God, originally breathed into man's nostrils, whereby he became a living soul (Genesis 2:7), is still, Job says, within him, and makes him capable of judging and declaring what is right. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew as long as my breathנִשְׁמָתִ֣י (niš·mā·ṯî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5397: A puff, wind, angry, vital breath, divine inspiration, intellect, an animal is still כָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every within me ע֣וֹד (‘ō·wḏ) Adverb Strong's 5750: Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more and the breath וְר֖וּחַ (wə·rū·aḥ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit of God אֱל֣וֹהַּ (’ĕ·lō·w·ah) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 433: God -- a deity, the Deity remains in my nostrils, בְּאַפִּֽי׃ (bə·’ap·pî) Preposition | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 639: The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire Links Job 27:3 NIVJob 27:3 NLT Job 27:3 ESV Job 27:3 NASB Job 27:3 KJV Job 27:3 BibleApps.com Job 27:3 Biblia Paralela Job 27:3 Chinese Bible Job 27:3 French Bible Job 27:3 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 27:3 For the length of my life (Jb) |
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