Job 20:20

Surely he shall not feel quietness in his belly, he shall not save of that which he desired.

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Other Translations for Job 20:20

BSB
Because his appetite is never satisfied, he cannot escape with his treasure.
AKJV
Surely he shall not feel quietness in his belly, he shall not save of that which he desired.
CPDV
And yet his stomach will not be satisfied, and when he has the things he desires, he will not be able to possess them.
ERV
Because he knew no quietness within him, he shall not save aught of that wherein he delighteth.
NHEB
"Because he knew no quietness within him, he shall not save anything of that in which he delights.
SMT
For he knew not tranquillity in his belly, in his desire he shall not escape.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Job 20:20

SurelyheshallnotfeelH3045VerbquietnessH7961AdjectiveinhisbellyH990Noun FeminineheshallnotsaveH4422VerbofthatwhichhedesiredH2530

Commentary for Job 20:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 20:20
Summary
Internal turmoil prevents satisfaction
Event
Wicked denied inner peace
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Judgment