Job 31:37
I would declare unto him the number of my steps; as a prince would I go near unto him.
Context
This verse from Job Chapter 31 connects to 10 cross-references. Job's oath of clearance catalogs the sins he has not committed: lust, falsehood, denial of justice to servants, indifference to the poor, trust in wealth, idolatry, vengeance, and inhospitality. This comprehensive self-examination and solemn oath constitutes his final challenge to …
Other Translations
I would declare unto him the number of my steps; As a prince would I go near unto him.
The number of my steps I tell Him, As a leader I approach Him.
I would make clear the number of my steps, I would put it before him like a prince! The words of Job are ended.
Cross References
And he said, Thy name shall be called no more Jacob, but Israel: for as a prince hast thou power …
His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred …
If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand.
Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.
For now thou numberest my steps: dost thou not watch over my sin?
I chose out their way, and sat chief, and dwelt as a king in the army, as one that comforteth …
Who is he that hideth counsel without knowledge? therefore have I uttered that I understood not; things too wonderful for …
Wherefore I abhor myself, and repent in dust and ashes.
Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from secret faults.
In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.