Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The lowly he sets on high, and those who mourn are lifted to safety. New Living Translation He gives prosperity to the poor and protects those who suffer. English Standard Version he sets on high those who are lowly, and those who mourn are lifted to safety. Berean Standard Bible He sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety. King James Bible To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety. New King James Version He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety. New American Standard Bible So that He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety. NASB 1995 So that He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety. NASB 1977 So that He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to safety. Legacy Standard Bible So that He sets on high those who are lowly, And those who mourn are lifted to salvation. Amplified Bible So that He sets on high those who are lowly, And He lifts to safety those who mourn. Christian Standard Bible He sets the lowly on high, and mourners are lifted to safety. Holman Christian Standard Bible He sets the lowly on high, and mourners are lifted to safety. American Standard Version So that he setteth up on high those that are low, And those that mourn are exalted to safety. Contemporary English Version He protects the sorrowful and lifts up those who have been disgraced. * English Revised Version So that he setteth up on high those that be low; and those which mourn are exalted to safety. GOD'S WORD® Translation He places lowly people up high. He lifts those who mourn to safety. Good News Translation Yes, it is God who raises the humble and gives joy to all who mourn. International Standard Version He sets the lowly on high, and lifts those who mourn to safety. NET Bible he sets the lowly on high, that those who mourn are raised to safety. New Heart English Bible so that he sets up on high those who are low, those who mourn are exalted to safety. Webster's Bible Translation To set on high those that are low: that those who mourn may be exalted to safety. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety. World English Bible so that he sets up on high those who are low, those who mourn are exalted to safety. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTo set the low on a high place, "" And the mourners have been high [in] safety. Young's Literal Translation To set the low on a high place, And the mourners have been high in safety. Smith's Literal Translation To raise up the humbled to height; and those mourning were exalted to salvation. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWho setteth up the humble on high, and comforteth with health those that mourn. Catholic Public Domain Version He places the humble on high and encourages the grieving towards health. New American Bible He sets up the lowly on high, and those who mourn are raised to safety. New Revised Standard Version he sets on high those who are lowly, and those who mourn are lifted to safety. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTo set up on high those that are lowly; and the meek shall be exalted by salvation. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated To put the humble in high place and the meek will be strengthened with redemption OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So that He setteth up on high those that are low, And those that mourn are exalted to safety. Brenton Septuagint Translation who exalts the lowly, and raises up them that are lost: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Eliphaz Continues: God Blesses those who Seek Him…10He gives rain to the earth and sends water upon the fields. 11He sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety. 12He thwarts the schemes of the crafty, so that their hands find no success.… Cross References Psalm 113:7-8 He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the dump / to seat them with nobles, with the princes of His people. Luke 1:52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble. 1 Samuel 2:7-8 The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. / He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world. James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you. Psalm 147:6 The LORD sustains the humble, but casts the wicked to the ground. Matthew 23:12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. 1 Peter 5:6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you. Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite. Psalm 75:7 but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another. Proverbs 3:34 He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble. Ezekiel 21:26 This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Remove the turban, and take off the crown. Things will not remain as they are: Exalt the lowly and bring low the exalted. Psalm 107:41 But He lifts the needy from affliction and increases their families like flocks. Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, Luke 6:20 Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Treasury of Scripture To set up on high those that be low; that those which mourn may be exalted to safety. set up. 1 Samuel 2:7,8 The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up… Psalm 91:14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. Psalm 107:41 Yet setteth he the poor on high from affliction, and maketh him families like a flock. those. Luke 6:21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. James 1:9 Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted: James 4:6-10 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble… exalted. Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them. 1 Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, Jump to Previous Exalted High Lifting Low Mourn Mourners Prosperity Putting Sad Safe Safety Sets SettingJump to Next Exalted High Lifting Low Mourn Mourners Prosperity Putting Sad Safe Safety Sets SettingJob 5 1. Eliphaz shows that the end of the wicked is misery;6. that man is born to trouble; 8. that God is to be regarded in affliction; 17. the happy end of God's correction. He sets the lowly on high This phrase reflects the biblical theme of God's care for the humble and oppressed. Throughout Scripture, God is depicted as one who exalts the humble (James 4:10, 1 Peter 5:6). The "lowly" often refers to those who are poor, humble, or oppressed, and God's intervention in their lives is a recurring theme (Psalm 113:7-8). This aligns with the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:3, where Jesus blesses the poor in spirit. The idea of being "set on high" suggests a reversal of fortunes, a common motif in biblical narratives, such as the story of Joseph, who was raised from a prisoner to a ruler in Egypt (Genesis 41:41-43). so that mourners are lifted to safety Persons / Places / Events 1. JobA man of great faith and patience, who endured immense suffering and loss. The Book of Job explores his trials and the conversations between him and his friends. 2. Eliphaz the Temanite One of Job's three friends who attempts to explain Job's suffering. Job 5:11 is part of Eliphaz's speech, where he suggests that God exalts the humble and provides safety to those who mourn. 3. Teman A region in Edom, known for its wise men. Eliphaz, being a Temanite, is considered one of these wise men, offering counsel to Job. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and CompassionGod is sovereign and compassionate, choosing to elevate the humble and provide refuge for those who mourn. This reflects His nature as a just and loving God. The Value of Humility Humility is a virtue that God honors. In a world that often values pride and self-promotion, believers are reminded that true exaltation comes from God. Comfort in Mourning Mourning is a natural part of life, and God promises comfort and safety to those who grieve. This assurance can bring peace and hope during difficult times. Trust in God's Timing God's timing in lifting the lowly and comforting mourners may not align with our expectations, but His timing is perfect and purposeful. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 5:11?2. How does Job 5:11 encourage us to trust God's plan for the humble? 3. What does "lifting up those who mourn" teach about God's character? 4. How can we apply the principle of humility from Job 5:11 today? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's care for the humble and mourning? 6. How can we support those who mourn, reflecting Job 5:11's message? 7. How does Job 5:11 reflect God's justice in uplifting the lowly and humbling the proud? 8. What historical context supports the themes presented in Job 5:11? 9. How does Job 5:11 align with the overall message of the Book of Job? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 5? 11. In Job 5:17, why is suffering portrayed as proof of divine discipline, and does this contradict other scriptures where suffering occurs without such a cause? 12. Does the despair expressed in Job 3 contradict later biblical accounts (e.g., James 5:11) that describe Job as patient and steadfast? 13. (Lamentations 4:20) Does calling the king 'the breath of our nostrils' suggest a form of idolatry contrary to strict monotheism elsewhere in the Bible? 14. Psalm 121:7 - Why do believers still face physical harm or death if the Psalm claims God preserves them from 'all evil'? What Does Job 5:11 Mean He sets the lowly on high• Eliphaz reminds Job that God delights in turning earthly hierarchies upside-down. “He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap” (Psalm 113:7). • God’s pattern is consistent: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you” (James 4:10); “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time” (1 Peter 5:6). • Scripture never treats humility as weakness. It is the posture God honors, whether in Joseph’s rise from prison to the palace (Genesis 41:39-41) or David’s journey from shepherd to king (1 Samuel 16:11-13). • In Job’s story, this line foreshadows the restoration God will eventually bring (Job 42:10). He is not indifferent; He is preparing elevation for those now bowed low. so that mourners are lifted to safety • The goal is not mere promotion but rescue. God “heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3). • Mourning is not the end of the story. “You turned my mourning into dancing; You loosed my sackcloth and girded me with gladness” (Psalm 30:11). • Jesus echoes this promise: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). The same heart seen in Job is fully revealed in Christ. • Safety speaks of secure refuge. Compare: “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe” (Proverbs 18:10). God does not simply lift the grieving; He places them where harm can no longer reach. summary Job 5:11 reveals God’s character: He notices the humble and grieving, acts to elevate them, and provides secure refuge. For every believer walking through lowliness or sorrow, the verse anchors hope. The God who exalted Joseph, comforted David, and restored Job still sets the lowly on high so that mourners are lifted to safety. (11) To set up on high those that be low.--Thus his doctrine is that man's exaltation must come from God, and not from his own vain strivings. (Comp. Psalm 75:4-10, and the prayer of Hannah, 1Samuel 2:6-8; also Psalm 113:7, &c.)Verse 11. - To set up on high those that be low. God's physical blessings are intended to subserve moral ends. He gives his rain, both the former and the latter, to raise up men from despair, to enable them to see in him a God of mercy as well as a God of vengeance; and with the same object, after withholding it from us for a while, he pours into our parched hearts the dew of his Holy Spirit. That those which mourn may be exalted to safety; or, "raised to safety" (Lee).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He setsלָשׂ֣וּם (lā·śūm) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7760: Put -- to put, place, set the lowly שְׁפָלִ֣ים (šə·p̄ā·lîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 8217: Depressed on high, לְמָר֑וֹם (lə·mā·rō·wm) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4791: Altitude so that mourners וְ֝קֹדְרִ֗ים (wə·qō·ḏə·rîm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 6937: To be ashy, darkcolored, to mourn are lifted שָׂ֣גְבוּ (śā·ḡə·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7682: To be, lofty, inaccessible, safe, strong to safety. יֶֽשַׁע׃ (ye·ša‘) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3468: Deliverance, rescue, salvation, safety, welfare Links Job 5:11 NIVJob 5:11 NLT Job 5:11 ESV Job 5:11 NASB Job 5:11 KJV Job 5:11 BibleApps.com Job 5:11 Biblia Paralela Job 5:11 Chinese Bible Job 5:11 French Bible Job 5:11 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 5:11 So that he sets up on high (Jb) |
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