New International Version because I rescued the poor who cried for help, and the fatherless who had none to assist them. New Living Translation For I assisted the poor in their need and the orphans who required help. English Standard Version because I delivered the poor who cried for help, and the fatherless who had none to help him. Berean Standard Bible because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. Berean Literal Bible because I rescued the poor crying out, and the fatherless, and no one was helping him. King James Bible Because I delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and him that had none to help him. New King James Version Because I delivered the poor who cried out, The fatherless and the one who had no helper. New American Standard Bible Because I saved the poor who cried for help, And the orphan who had no helper. NASB 1995 Because I delivered the poor who cried for help, And the orphan who had no helper. NASB 1977 Because I delivered the poor who cried for help, And the orphan who had no helper. Legacy Standard Bible Because I provided escape for the afflicted who cried for help, And the orphan who had no helper. Amplified Bible Because I rescued the poor who cried for help, And the orphan who had no helper. Berean Annotated Bible because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. Christian Standard Bible For I rescued the poor who cried out for help, and the fatherless child who had no one to support him. Holman Christian Standard Bible For I rescued the poor man who cried out for help, and the fatherless child who had no one to support him. American Standard Version Because I delivered the poor that cried, The fatherless also, that had none to help him. Contemporary English Version When poor people or orphans cried out for help, I came to their rescue. English Revised Version Because I delivered the poor that cried, the fatherless also, that had none to help him. GOD'S WORD® Translation because I rescued the poor who called [for help] and the orphans who had no one to help them. Good News Translation When the poor cried out, I helped them; I gave help to orphans who had nowhere to turn. International Standard Version because I delivered the poor who were crying for help, along with orphans who had no one to help them. NET Bible for I rescued the poor who cried out for help, and the orphan who had no one to assist him; New Heart English Bible Because I delivered the poor who cried, and the fatherless also, who had none to help him, Webster's Bible Translation Because I delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and him that had none to help him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblebecause I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. World English Bible because I delivered the poor who cried, and the fatherless also, who had no one to help him, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor I deliver the afflicted who is crying, "" And the fatherless who has no helper. Berean Literal Bible because I rescued the poor crying out, and the fatherless, and no one was helping him. Young's Literal Translation For I deliver the afflicted who is crying, And the fatherless who hath no helper. Smith's Literal Translation For I shall deliver the poor crying, and the orphan, and none helping to him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBecause I had delivered the poor man that cried out; and the fatherless that had no helper. Catholic Public Domain Version This was because I had freed the poor, who cried out, and the orphan, who had no helper. New American Bible For I rescued the poor who cried out for help, the orphans, and the unassisted; New Revised Standard Version because I delivered the poor who cried, and the orphan who had no helper. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause I delivered the poor out of distress, and the fatherless who had none to help him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because I saved the poor from suffering, and the orphan who had no helper OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Because I delivered the poor that cried, The fatherless also, that had none to help him. Brenton Septuagint Translation For I saved the poor out of the hand of the oppressor, and helped the fatherless who had no helper. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Job's Former Blessings…11For those who heard me called me blessed, and those who saw me commended me, 12because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. 13The dying man blessed me, and I made the widow’s heart sing for joy.… Cross References because I rescued the poor who cried out Psalm 72:12 For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. Psalm 34:6 This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. Psalm 35:10 All my bones will exclaim, “Who is like You, O LORD, who delivers the afflicted from the aggressor, the poor and needy from the robber?” and the fatherless who had no helper. Psalm 10:14 But You have regarded trouble and grief; You see to repay it by Your hand. The victim entrusts himself to You; You are the helper of the fatherless. Psalm 68:5 A father of the fatherless and a defender of widows is God in His holy habitation. Deuteronomy 10:18 He executes justice for the fatherless and widow, and He loves the foreigner, giving him food and clothing. Proverbs 21:13 Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too shall cry out and receive no answer. Isaiah 1:17 Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.” Psalm 82:3-4 Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed. / Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked. Proverbs 31:8-9 Open your mouth for those with no voice, for the cause of all the dispossessed. / Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the cause of the poor and needy. Isaiah 58:6-7 Isn’t this the fast that I have chosen: to break the chains of wickedness, to untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and tear off every yoke? / Isn’t it to share your bread with the hungry, to bring the poor and homeless into your home, to clothe the naked when you see him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? James 1:27 Pure and undefiled religion before our God and Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. Matthew 25:35-36 For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ Luke 4:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, Proverbs 19:17 Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender. Psalm 41:1 For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Blessed is the one who cares for the poor; the LORD will deliver him in the day of trouble. Treasury of Scripture Because I delivered the poor that cried, and the fatherless, and him that had none to help him. I delivered Job 22:5-9 Is not thy wickedness great? and thine iniquities infinite? … Nehemiah 5:2-13 For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live… Psalm 72:12 For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper. the fatherless Exodus 22:22-24 Ye shall not afflict any widow, or fatherless child… Deuteronomy 10:18 He doth execute the judgment of the fatherless and widow, and loveth the stranger, in giving him food and raiment. Psalm 68:5 A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation. Jump to Previous Afflicted Assist Child Cried Crying Deliver Delivered Fatherless Help Helper Orphan Poor Rescued Saviour SupporterJump to Next Afflicted Assist Child Cried Crying Deliver Delivered Fatherless Help Helper Orphan Poor Rescued Saviour SupporterJob 29 1. Job bemoans his former prosperitybecause I rescued the poor who cried out Job recalls using his position and resources to defend those unable to secure help for themselves. In a society where the poor could easily be exploited or ignored, he responded to their distress rather than turning away. Psa 72:12 For he will deliver the needy who cry out… and the fatherless who had no helper. Orphans were especially exposed to injustice because they lacked a father to protect their property, represent them in disputes, or provide for their needs. Job’s care for them showed that his righteousness included practical mercy and justice toward the most vulnerable. Psa 10:14 But You have regarded trouble and grief;… 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 steadfast faith. 2. The Poor Individuals in society who lack material wealth and resources, often marginalized and in need of assistance. 3. The Fatherless Orphans or those without a father figure, representing a vulnerable group in ancient society who required protection and support. 4. The City Gate In ancient times, the city gate was a place of judgment and decision-making, where leaders and elders would gather to discuss and resolve community issues. 5. Job's Community The society in which Job lived, characterized by its social structures and norms, where Job was a respected leader and benefactor. Teaching Points Compassionate LeadershipJob exemplifies a leader who uses his influence to protect and provide for the marginalized. Believers are encouraged to use their positions to advocate for justice and mercy. Active Faith Job's actions demonstrate that true faith is not passive but involves actively seeking out and assisting those in need. Christians are called to live out their faith through tangible acts of kindness. Social Responsibility The passage highlights the importance of caring for the vulnerable in society. Believers are reminded of their responsibility to support and uplift those who are disadvantaged. Reflecting God's Heart Job's care for the poor and fatherless reflects God's own heart for the marginalized. Christians are encouraged to mirror God's compassion in their interactions with others. Legacy of Righteousness Job's actions left a lasting impact on his community. Believers are challenged to consider the legacy they are building through their actions and attitudes towards others. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 29:12?2. How does Job 29:12 inspire us to help the "poor" and "fatherless" today? 3. What qualities of Job in 29:12 should Christians emulate in their daily lives? 4. How does Job 29:12 connect with James 1:27 about caring for others? 5. Why is it important to listen to the "cry for help" in our communities? 6. How can we practically support the "poor" and "fatherless" in our church? 7. How does Job 29:12 reflect the theme of justice in the Bible? 8. What historical context supports Job's claim in Job 29:12? 9. How does Job 29:12 challenge modern views on charity and responsibility? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 29? Verse 12. - Because I delivered the poor that cried (compare the Instructions of Amen-em-hat: "Because I have made the afflicted ones free from their afflictions, so that their cries are heard no more" ('Records of the Past,' vol. 2 p. 12). And again the Inscription of Ameni-Amenemha: "No little child have I injured; no widow have I oppressed; no fisherman have I hindered; no shepherd have I detained; no foreman have I taken from his gang to employ him in forced labour" (ibid., vol. 12:63). And the fatherless, and him that had none to help him (compare what is said of the ideal king in Psalm 72:12-14," He shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper. He shall spare the poor and needy, and shall sabre the souls of the needy. He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight"). Championship of the poor was anciently regarded as characteristic of the wise, good, strong ruler. Job 29:12 reveals a life marked by tangible mercy. He actively intervened, focusing on the poor and the orphan, answering urgent cries, and filling the void where no helper could be found. His conduct reflects God’s own heart and sets an enduring standard for those who desire to walk “blameless and upright” before the Lord. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew becauseכִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I rescued אֲ֭מַלֵּט (’ă·mal·lêṭ) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 4422: To be smooth, to escape, to release, rescue, to bring forth young, emit sparks the poor עָנִ֣י (‘ā·nî) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6041: Poor, afflicted, humble who cried out מְשַׁוֵּ֑עַ (mə·šaw·wê·a‘) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7768: To be free, to halloo and the fatherless וְ֝יָת֗וֹם (wə·yā·ṯō·wm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3490: A bereaved person who had no וְֽלֹא־ (wə·lō-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no helper. עֹזֵ֥ר (‘ō·zêr) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5826: To surround, protect, aid Additonal Resources Job 29:12 Blue Letter BibleJob 29:12 Bible Gateway Job 29:12 Bible.com Job 29:12 NIV |
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