New International VersionA raging river does not alarm it; it is secure, though the Jordan should surge against its mouth.
New Living TranslationIt is not disturbed by the raging river, not concerned when the swelling Jordan rushes around it.
English Standard VersionBehold, if the river is turbulent he is not frightened; he is confident though Jordan rushes against his mouth.
Berean Standard BibleThough the river rages, Behemoth is unafraid; he remains secure, though the Jordan surges to his mouth.
King James BibleBehold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth.
New King James VersionIndeed the river may rage, Yet he is not disturbed; He is confident, though the Jordan gushes into his mouth,
New American Standard Bible“If a river rages, he is not alarmed; He is confident, though the Jordan rushes to his mouth.
NASB 1995“If a river rages, he is not alarmed; He is confident, though the Jordan rushes to his mouth.
NASB 1977“If a river rages, he is not alarmed; He is confident, though the Jordan rushes to his mouth.
Legacy Standard BibleIf a river oppresses, it is not alarmed; It is secure, though the Jordan bursts forth to its mouth.
Amplified Bible“If a river rages and overflows, he does not tremble; He is confident, though the Jordan [River] swells and rushes against his mouth.
Christian Standard BibleThough the river rages, Behemoth is unafraid; he remains confident, even if the Jordan surges up to his mouth.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThough the river rages, Behemoth is unafraid; he remains confident, even if the Jordan surges up to his mouth.
American Standard VersionBehold, if a river overflow, he trembleth not; He is confident, though a Jordan swell even to his mouth.
Contemporary English VersionIt remains calm and unafraid with the Jordan River rushing and splashing in its face.
English Revised VersionBehold, if a river overflow, he trembleth not: he is confident, though Jordan swell even to his mouth.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThough the river flows powerfully against it, it's not alarmed. It's confident [even] when the Jordan rushes against its mouth.
Good News TranslationHe is not afraid of a rushing river; he is calm when the Jordan dashes in his face.
International Standard VersionWhat you see as a raging river doesn't alarm him; he is confident when the Jordan overflows.
NET BibleIf the river rages, it is not disturbed, it is secure, though the Jordan should surge up to its mouth.
New Heart English BibleLook, if a river overflows, he doesn't tremble. He is confident, though the Jordan swells even to his mouth.
Webster's Bible TranslationBehold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThough the river rages, Behemoth is unafraid; he remains secure, though the Jordan surges to his mouth.
World English BibleBehold, if a river overflows, he doesn’t tremble. He is confident, though the Jordan swells even to his mouth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBehold, a flood oppresses—he does not hurry, "" He is confident though Jordan "" Comes forth to his mouth.
Young's Literal Translation Lo, a flood oppresseth -- he doth not haste, He is confident though Jordan Doth come forth unto his mouth.
Smith's Literal TranslationBehold, he will oppress a river, and he will not spring up: he will trust that Jordan burst forth into his mouth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBehold, he will drink up a river, and not wonder : and he trusteth that the Jordan may run into his mouth.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBehold, he will drink a river and not be amazed, and he has confidence that the Jordan could flow into his mouth.
New American Bible
If the river grows violent, he is not disturbed; he is tranquil though the Jordan surges about his mouth.
New Revised Standard Version
Even if the river is turbulent, it is not frightened; it is confident though Jordan rushes against its mouth.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
Behold, if he plunges into the river, he is not afraid; he is confident, though the Jordan reaches to his mouth.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
If the river rises, he is not shaken and trusts that he may pour the Jordan into his mouthOT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
Behold, if a river overflow, he trembleth not; He is confident, though the Jordan rush forth to his mouth.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
If there should be a flood, he will not perceive it; he trust that Jordan will rush up into his mouth.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Job Humbles Himself Before the LORD… 22The lotus plants conceal him in their shade; the willows of the brook surround him. 23Thoughthe riverrages,Behemoth is unafraid;he remains secure,thoughthe Jordansurgestohis mouth.24Can anyone capture him as he looks on, or pierce his nose with a snare?…
Cross References Psalm 46:3though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah
Isaiah 43:2When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.
Psalm 93:3-4The floodwaters have risen, O LORD; the rivers have raised their voice; the seas lift up their pounding waves. / Above the roar of many waters—the mighty breakers of the sea—the LORD on high is majestic.
Jeremiah 12:5“If you have raced with men on foot and they have worn you out, how can you compete with horses? If you stumble in a peaceful land, how will you do in the thickets of the Jordan?
Proverbs 3:25-26Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, / for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare.
Isaiah 8:7-8the Lord will surely bring against them the mighty floodwaters of the Euphrates—the king of Assyria and all his pomp. It will overflow its channels and overrun its banks. / It will pour into Judah, swirling and sweeping over it, reaching up to the neck; its spreading streams will cover your entire land, O Immanuel!
Nahum 1:8But with an overwhelming flood He will make an end of Nineveh and pursue His enemies into darkness.
Matthew 8:24-27Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” / “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. ...
Mark 4:37-41Soon a violent windstorm came up, and the waves were breaking over the boat, so that it was being swamped. / But Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on the cushion. So they woke Him and said, “Teacher, don’t You care that we are perishing?” / Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the sea. “Silence!” He commanded. “Be still!” And the wind died down, and it was perfectly calm. ...
Luke 8:23-25As they sailed, He fell asleep, and a windstorm came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Master, Master, we are perishing!” Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters, and they subsided, and all was calm. / “Where is your faith?” He asked. Frightened and amazed, they asked one another, “Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey Him!”
Revelation 12:15-16Then from his mouth the serpent spewed water like a river to overtake the woman and sweep her away in the torrent. / But the earth helped the woman and opened its mouth to swallow up the river that the dragon had poured from his mouth.
Psalm 69:15Do not let the floods engulf me or the depths swallow me up; let not the Pit close its mouth over me.
Isaiah 28:2Behold, the Lord has one who is strong and mighty. Like a hailstorm or destructive tempest, like a driving rain or flooding downpour, he will smash that crown to the ground.
Ezekiel 47:5Once again he measured off a thousand cubits, but now it was a river that I could not cross, because the water had risen and was deep enough for swimming—a river that could not be crossed on foot.
Psalm 32:6Therefore let all the godly pray to You while You may be found. Surely when great waters rise, they will not come near.
Treasury of Scripture Behold, he drinks up a river, and hastens not: he trusts that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. drinketh. Isaiah 37:25 I have digged, and drunk water; and with the sole of my feet have I dried up all the rivers of the besieged places. hasteth Psalm 55:8 I would hasten my escape from the windy stormand tempest. Isaiah 28:16 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste. Jordan Genesis 13:10 And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that itwas well watered every where, before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah,even as the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar. Joshua 3:15 And as they that bare the ark were come unto Jordan, and the feet of the priests that bare the ark were dipped in the brim of the water, (for Jordan overfloweth all his banks all the time of harvest,) Jump to Previous AlarmedCauseConfidentDangerDrawDrinkethFearFloodForthFrightenedGivesHasteHastethJordanMouthOppressethOverflowOverflowethOverflowingOverflowsRagesRiverRushRushesRushingSecureSenseSwellsTrembleTremblethTrustethTurbulentJump to Next AlarmedCauseConfidentDangerDrawDrinkethFearFloodForthFrightenedGivesHasteHastethJordanMouthOppressethOverflowOverflowethOverflowingOverflowsRagesRiverRushRushesRushingSecureSenseSwellsTrembleTremblethTrustethTurbulentJob 40 1.Job humbles himself to God6.God stirs him up to show his righteousness, power, and wisdom16.Of the behemothThough the river ragesThis phrase suggests a powerful and potentially destructive force, symbolized by a raging river. In biblical literature, rivers often represent chaos and danger. The imagery here evokes the idea of natural forces that are beyond human control, reflecting the broader theme of God's sovereignty over creation. The river could symbolize life's trials and challenges, which are often unpredictable and overwhelming. Behemoth is unafraid
Behemoth is a creature described in the Book of Job, often interpreted as a symbol of God's creative power. The creature's fearlessness in the face of a raging river highlights its strength and stability. This can be seen as a metaphor for the righteous who trust in God, remaining unshaken by life's adversities. Behemoth's confidence may also point to the idea that God's creation, in its intended order, is not threatened by chaos. he remains secure
The security of Behemoth amidst turmoil underscores the theme of divine protection and providence. This reflects the biblical assurance that those who are aligned with God's will are safeguarded, even when surrounded by danger. The imagery of security can be connected to the promises found in Psalms, where God is often depicted as a refuge and fortress for His people. though the Jordan surges to his mouth
The Jordan River, a significant geographical feature in the Bible, is often associated with pivotal moments in Israel's history, such as the crossing into the Promised Land. The mention of the Jordan surging to Behemoth's mouth suggests a scenario where even a formidable natural force cannot disturb the creature. This can be seen as an illustration of God's control over nature and history. The Jordan's surging waters may also symbolize the challenges that believers face, yet, like Behemoth, they can remain steadfast through faith. Persons / Places / Events 1. JobThe central figure in the Book of Job, a man of great faith and patience who endures immense suffering and trials. 2. GodThe speaker in this passage, addressing Job and highlighting His creation's majesty and power. 3. BehemothA creature described by God, symbolizing strength and fearlessness, often interpreted as a representation of God's power in creation. 4. Jordan RiverA significant river in the biblical account, symbolizing challenges and obstacles, yet also a place of divine encounters and miracles. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over CreationThe description of the Behemoth serves as a reminder of God's ultimate authority and power over all creation, encouraging believers to trust in His control over life's challenges. Fearlessness in FaithJust as the Behemoth is unafraid of the raging river, Christians are called to stand firm in faith, trusting in God's protection and provision amidst life's storms. Symbolism of the Jordan RiverThe Jordan River, often a symbol of transition and challenge, represents the trials believers face. Like the Behemoth, we can remain secure in God's promises as we navigate these waters. Strength in God's DesignThe Behemoth's strength and security highlight the intentionality and purpose in God's creation, encouraging believers to find confidence in their God-given identity and role. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Job 40
What does 'behemoth' mean?
Job 40:15-24: How can the 'Behemoth,' with a tail like a cedar, be any known animal, and does this suggest a mythical or extinct creature?
Job 40:17: If 'Behemoth' truly has a tail like a cedar, why do some translations or commentators equate it with a hippopotamus or elephant, which clearly have short tails?
How does Job remain faithful amidst immense suffering?(23) Behold, he drinketh up a river.--This verse is better rendered, Behold, if a river overflow(or, is violent) , he trembleth not(or, hasteneth not) ; he is confident, though Jordan swell up to his mouth.Verse 23. - Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not; rather, beholdlet a river overflowhe trembleth not ( ἐὰν πλημμύραγεηται, οὐ μὴ αἰσθηθῇ LXX). As an amphibious animal, the overflowing of a river has no terrors for the hippopotamus. But it would have some terrors for an elephant. He trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. It is better to translate, he is steadfast (or, confident)' though Jordan swell even to his mouth. "Jordan" probably stands for any large and strong-flowing river. The conjecture that ירדן is a corruption of יר, which often stands for "the Nile," is ingenious, but unnecessary.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Thoughהֵ֤ן(hên)Interjection
Strong's 2005:Lo! behold!the riverנָ֭הָר(nā·hār)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5104:A stream, prosperityrages,יַעֲשֹׁ֣ק(ya·‘ă·šōq)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6231:To press upon, oppress, defraud, violate, overflowBehemoth is unafraid;לֹ֣א(lō)Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, nohe remains secure,יִבְטַ֓ח ׀(yiḇ·ṭaḥ)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 982:To trust, be confident, surethoughכִּֽי־(kî-)Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionthe Jordanיַרְדֵּ֣ן(yar·dên)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3383:Jordan -- the principal river of Palestinesurgesיָגִ֖יחַ(yā·ḡî·aḥ)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1518:To gush forth, to issuetoאֶל־(’el-)Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, tohis mouth.פִּֽיהוּ׃(pî·hū)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6310:The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to
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