Job 23:9

On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him:

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Other Translations for Job 23:9

BSB
When He is at work in the north, I cannot behold Him; when He turns to the south, I cannot see Him.
AKJV
On the left hand, where he does work, but I cannot behold him: he hides himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him:
CPDV
If I turn to the left, what can I do? I will not take hold of him. If I turn myself to the right, I will not see him.
ERV
On the left hand, when he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him.
NHEB
He works to the north, but I can't see him. He turns south, but I can't catch a glimpse of him.
SMT
The left hand in his working, and I shall not behold: he will cover himself on the right hand, and I shall not see.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Job 23:9

OnthelefthandH8040Noun MasculinewherehedothworkH6213VerbbutIcannotbeholdH2372VerbhimhehidethH5848VerbhimselfontherighthandH3225Noun FemininethatIcannotseeH7200Verbhim

Commentary for Job 23:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 23:9
Summary
Deity's presence obscured on all sides
Event
God remains hidden
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Lament