Job 9:18

He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Job 9:18

BSB
He does not let me catch my breath, but overwhelms me with bitterness.
AKJV
He will not suffer me to take my breath, but fills me with bitterness.
CPDV
He does not permit my spirit to rest, and he fills me with bitterness.
ERV
He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness.
NHEB
He will not allow me to catch my breath, but fills me with bitterness.
SMT
He will not give me to draw in my spirit, for he will fill me with bitterness.

Commentary for Job 9:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 9:18
Summary
Relentless agony prevents rest or relief
Event
Job denied respite from pain
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Lament