Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version My glory will not fade; the bow will be ever new in my hand.’ New Living Translation New honors are constantly bestowed on me, and my strength is continually renewed.’ English Standard Version my glory fresh with me, and my bow ever new in my hand.’ Berean Standard Bible My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’ King James Bible My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand. New King James Version My glory is fresh within me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’ New American Standard Bible ‘My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’ NASB 1995 My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’ NASB 1977 ‘My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’ Legacy Standard Bible My glory is ever new with me, And my bow is renewed in my hand.’ Amplified Bible ‘My glory and honor are fresh in me [being constantly renewed], And my bow gains [ever] new strength in my hand.’ Christian Standard Bible My whole being will be refreshed within me, and my bow will be renewed in my hand.” Holman Christian Standard Bible My strength will be refreshed within me, and my bow will be renewed in my hand. American Standard Version My glory is fresh in me, And my bow is renewed in my hand. Contemporary English Version or like an archer's new bow. English Revised Version My glory is fresh in me, and my bow is renewed in my hand. GOD'S WORD® Translation My power will be fresh [every day], and the bow in my hand will remain new.' Good News Translation Everyone was always praising me, and my strength never failed me. International Standard Version My glory renews for me and my bow is as good as new in my hand.' Majority Standard Bible My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.? NET Bible My glory will always be fresh in me, and my bow ever new in my hand.' New Heart English Bible My glory is fresh in me. My bow is renewed in my hand.' Webster's Bible Translation My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand. World English Bible My glory is fresh in me. My bow is renewed in my hand.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionMy glory [is] fresh with me, "" And my bow is renewed in my hand. Young's Literal Translation My honour is fresh with me, And my bow in my hand is renewed. Smith's Literal Translation My glory new with me, and my bow will be changed in my hand. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMy glory shall always be renewed, and my bow in my hand shall be repaired. Catholic Public Domain Version My glory will always be restored, and my bow will be restored to my hand.” New American Bible My glory is fresh within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand!” New Revised Standard Version my glory was fresh with me, and my bow ever new in my hand.’ Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI shall take my bow with me, and renew it in my hand. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated It was held with me, also my bow is renewed in my hands OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917My glory shall be fresh in me, And my bow shall be renewed in my hand.' Brenton Septuagint Translation My glory was fresh in me, and by bow prospered in his hand. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job's Former Blessings…19My roots will spread out to the waters, and the dew will rest nightly on my branches. 20My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’ 21Men listened to me with expectation, waiting silently for my counsel.… Cross References Psalm 92:10 But You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; with fine oil I have been anointed. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. Psalm 103:5 who satisfies you with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. Proverbs 16:31 Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness. Isaiah 58:11 The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. 2 Corinthians 4:16 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, yet our inner self is being renewed day by day. Psalm 1:3 He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. Isaiah 61:3 to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. 1 Peter 5:4 And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. 2 Timothy 4:8 From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing. Psalm 92:14 In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, Proverbs 4:18 The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday. 1 Corinthians 9:25 Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable. 2 Corinthians 3:18 And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Psalm 23:5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Treasury of Scripture My glory was fresh in me, and my bow was renewed in my hand. glory Job 29:14 I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment was as a robe and a diadem. Job 19:9 He hath stripped me of my glory, and taken the crown from my head. Genesis 45:13 And ye shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that ye have seen; and ye shall haste and bring down my father hither. fresh. Genesis 49:24 But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from thence is the shepherd, the stone of Israel:) renewed. Psalm 103:5 Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. 2 Corinthians 4:16 For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. Jump to Previous Bent Bow Fresh Glory Hand Honour New Readily RenewedJump to Next Bent Bow Fresh Glory Hand Honour New Readily RenewedJob 29 1. Job bemoans his former prosperityMy glory is ever new within me In this phrase, "glory" refers to Job's honor, reputation, and the respect he commanded in his community. In the context of the Book of Job, this reflects a time before his trials when he was esteemed as a wise and righteous man. The idea of glory being "ever new" suggests a continual renewal of his status and influence, akin to the renewal of strength and vitality. This can be connected to Isaiah 40:31, where those who hope in the Lord renew their strength. The concept of internal renewal also echoes the New Testament theme of inner transformation, as seen in 2 Corinthians 4:16, where the inner self is renewed day by day. and my bow is renewed in my hand. 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. Uz The land where Job lived. It is often associated with the region east of Israel, though its exact location is uncertain. 3. Job's Friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who come to comfort Job but end up debating with him about the reasons for his suffering. 4. God The Almighty, who ultimately speaks to Job out of the whirlwind, providing divine perspective and resolution to Job's trials. 5. Satan The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job is faithful only because of his prosperity. Teaching Points Renewal from GodJob's statement reflects a deep understanding that true renewal and strength come from God. In times of trial, believers can find hope in God's ability to renew their spirit and strength. Inner Glory The "glory" within Job signifies a sense of dignity and honor that is not dependent on external circumstances. Christians are reminded that their worth and identity are rooted in Christ, not in worldly success or failure. Spiritual Warfare The "bow" symbolizes readiness and strength in battle. Believers are called to be spiritually prepared, equipped with the armor of God to face life's challenges. Perseverance in Faith Job's experience teaches the importance of perseverance. Even when circumstances are dire, maintaining faith in God's goodness and sovereignty is crucial.Verse 20. - My glory was fresh in me; i.e. "my glory remained fresh" - received no tarnish, continued as bright as it had been at the first. And my bow was renewed in my hand. My strength did not fail. When it seemed on the point of failing, it was secretly and mysteriously "renewed." Some commentators regard vers. 19 and 20 as a portion of the speech begun in ver. 18, and view the verbs, not as past tenses, but as futures (compare the translation of the Revised Version). The general meaning is much the same, whichever of the two views we take. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew My gloryכְּ֭בוֹדִי (kə·ḇō·w·ḏî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness is [ever] new חָדָ֣שׁ (ḥā·ḏāš) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2319: New within me, עִמָּדִ֑י (‘im·mā·ḏî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 5978: Against, by, from, me, mine, of, that I take, unto, and my bow וְ֝קַשְׁתִּ֗י (wə·qaš·tî) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7198: A bow, for, shooting, the iris is renewed תַחֲלִֽיף׃ (ṯa·ḥă·lîp̄) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 2498: To slide by, to hasten away, pass on, spring up, pierce, change in my hand. בְּיָדִ֥י (bə·yā·ḏî) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3027: A hand Links Job 29:20 NIVJob 29:20 NLT Job 29:20 ESV Job 29:20 NASB Job 29:20 KJV Job 29:20 BibleApps.com Job 29:20 Biblia Paralela Job 29:20 Chinese Bible Job 29:20 French Bible Job 29:20 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 29:20 My glory is fresh in me (Jb) |
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