Job 17:5

He that speaketh flattery to his friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail.

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Other Translations for Job 17:5

BSB
If a man denounces his friends for a price, the eyes of his children will fail.
AKJV
He that speaks flattery to his friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail.
CPDV
He promises prey to his companions, but the eyes of his sons will grow faint.
ERV
He that denounceth his friends for a prey, even the eyes of his children shall fail.
NHEB
He who denounces his friends for a prey, Even the eyes of his children shall fail.
SMT
He will commence evils for a position, and the eyes of his sons shall be consumed.

Commentary for Job 17:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 17:5
Summary
Deceitful speech brings familial destruction
Event
Warning about flattery's cost
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Wisdom