Job 12:21

He poureth contempt upon princes, and weakeneth the strength of the mighty.

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Other Translations for Job 12:21

BSB
He pours out contempt on nobles and disarms the mighty.
AKJV
He pours contempt on princes, and weakens the strength of the mighty.
CPDV
He pours distain upon the leaders, relieving those who had been oppressed.
ERV
He poureth contempt upon princes, and looseth the belt of the strong.
NHEB
He pours contempt on princes, and loosens the belt of the strong.
SMT
Proving contempt upon nobles, and he slackened the girdle of the strong.

Commentary for Job 12:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 12:21
Summary
God humbles rulers and devastates
Event
God demeans leadership
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Judgment