Job 11:8

KJV

It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do? deeper than hell; what canst thou know?

— Job 11:8, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Job Chapter 11 connects to 10 cross-references. Zophar the Naamathite delivers his first speech, rebuking Job sharply and suggesting God's wisdom is beyond human understanding. He argues that God is actually extracting less from Job than his guilt deserves and urges Job to repent, promising peace and …

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Other Translations

ASV

It is high as heaven; what canst thou do? Deeper than Sheol; what canst thou know?

YLT

Heights of the heavens! --what dost thou? Deeper than Sheol! --what knowest thou?

BBE

They are higher than heaven; what is there for you to do? deeper than the underworld, and outside your knowledge;

Cross References