Job 14:6

Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day.

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Other Translations for Job 14:6

BSB
look away from him and let him rest, so he can enjoy his day as a hired hand.
AKJV
Turn from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day.
CPDV
Withdraw a little from him, so that he may rest, until his awaited day arrives, like that of the hired hand.
ERV
Look away from him, that he may rest, till he shall accomplish, as an hireling, his day.
NHEB
Look away from him, that he may rest, until he shall accomplish, as a hireling, his day.
SMT
Look away from him and be shall cease, till he shall delight as an hireling in his day.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Job 14:6

TurnH8159VerbfromhimthathemayrestH2308VerbtillheshallaccomplishH7521VerbasanhirelingH7916AdjectivehisdayH3117Noun Masculine

Commentary for Job 14:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 14:6
Summary
Allow respite from labor briefly
Event
Requesting divine withdrawal
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Wisdom