Job 2:6

And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thine hand; but save his life.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Job 2:6

BSB
"Very well," said the LORD to Satan. "He is in your hands, but you must spare his life."
AKJV
And the LORD said to Satan, Behold, he is in your hand; but save his life.
CPDV
Therefore, the Lord said to Satan, "Behold, he is in your hand, but even so, spare his life."
ERV
And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thine hand; only spare his life.
NHEB
The LORD said to Satan, "Look, he is in your power. Only preserve his life."
SMT
And Jehovah will say to the adversary, Behold him in thy hand, but watch his soul.

Commentary for Job 2:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 2:6
Summary
God grants Satan limited authority over Job's body only
Place
Heaven
Event
God permits affliction
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Vision