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New International Version
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and afflicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.

New Living Translation
So Satan left the LORD’s presence, and he struck Job with terrible boils from head to foot.

English Standard Version
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and struck Job with loathsome sores from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

Berean Standard Bible
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and infected Job with terrible boils from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.

King James Bible
So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.

New King James Version
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD, and struck Job with painful boils from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

New American Standard Bible
Then Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and struck Job with severe boils from the sole of his foot to the top of his head.

NASB 1995
Then Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

NASB 1977
Then Satan went out from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Satan went out from the presence of Yahweh and struck Job with terrible boils from the sole of his foot to the top of his head.

Amplified Bible
So Satan departed from the presence of the LORD and struck Job withloathsome boilsand agonizingly painful sores from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

Christian Standard Bible
So Satan left the LORD’s presence and infected Job with terrible boils from the soles of his feet to the top of his head.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Satan left the LORD’s presence and infected Job with terrible boils from the sole of his foot to the top of his head.

American Standard Version
So Satan went forth from the presence of Jehovah, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.

Contemporary English Version
Satan left and caused painful sores to break out all over Job's body--from head to toe.

English Revised Version
So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Satan left the LORD's presence and struck Job with painful boils from the soles of his feet to the top of his head.

Good News Translation
Then Satan left the LORD's presence and made sores break out all over Job's body.

International Standard Version
So Satan left the LORD's presence and struck Job with terrible boils from the sole of his feet to the top of his head.

NET Bible
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD, and he afflicted Job with a malignant ulcer from the sole of his feet to the top of his head.

New Heart English Bible
So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD, and struck Job with painful boils from the sole of his foot to his head.

Webster's Bible Translation
So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to his crown.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and infected Job with terrible boils from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.

World English Bible
So Satan went out from the presence of Yahweh, and struck Job with painful sores from the sole of his foot to his head.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And Satan goes forth from the presence of YHWH, and strikes Job with a severe ulcer from the sole of his foot to his crown.

Young's Literal Translation
And the Adversary goeth forth from the presence of Jehovah, and smiteth Job with a sore ulcer from the sole of his foot unto his crown.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the adversary will go forth from the face of Jehovah, and he will strike Job with an evil burning sore, from the sole of his foot even to his crown.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
So Satan went forth from the presence Of the Lord, and struck Job with a very grievous ulcer, from the sole of the foot even to the top of his head:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, Satan departed from the face of the Lord and he struck Job with a very serious ulcer from the sole of the foot all the way to the crown of his head.

New American Bible
So the satan went forth from the presence of the LORD and struck Job with severe boils from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.

New Revised Standard Version
So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD, and inflicted loathsome sores on Job from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with cancer from the sole of his foot to his brain.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Satan went out from before the face of LORD JEHOVAH and struck Job with evil abscesses from the sole of his foot and unto his brain

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot even unto his crown.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So the devil went out from the Lord, and smote Job with sore boils fromhis feet tohis head.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Job Loses His Health
…6“Very well,” said the LORD to Satan. “He is in your hands, but you must spare his life.”7So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD and infected Job with terrible boils from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head.8And Job took a piece of broken pottery to scrape himself as he sat among the ashes.…

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Cross References

Exodus 9:9-11
It will become fine dust over all the land of Egypt, and festering boils will break out on man and beast throughout the land.” / So they took soot from the furnace and stood before Pharaoh. Moses tossed it into the air, and festering boils broke out on man and beast. / The magicians could not stand before Moses, because the boils had broken out on them and on all the Egyptians.

Deuteronomy 28:35
The LORD will afflict you with painful, incurable boils on your knees and thighs, from the soles of your feet to the top of your head.

Isaiah 1:6
From the sole of your foot to the top of your head, there is no soundness—only wounds and welts and festering sores neither cleansed nor bandaged nor soothed with oil.

Isaiah 53:4
Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted.

2 Kings 20:7
Then Isaiah said, “Prepare a poultice of figs.” So they brought it and applied it to the boil, and Hezekiah recovered.

Leviticus 13:18-20
When a boil appears on someone’s skin and it heals, / and a white swelling or a reddish-white spot develops where the boil was, he must present himself to the priest. / The priest shall examine it, and if it appears to be beneath the skin and the hair in it has turned white, the priest shall pronounce him unclean; it is a diseased infection that has broken out in the boil.

2 Samuel 24:15
So the LORD sent a plague upon Israel from that morning until the appointed time, and seventy thousand of the people from Dan to Beersheba died.

Psalm 38:3-7
There is no soundness in my body because of Your anger; there is no rest in my bones because of my sin. / For my iniquities have overwhelmed me; they are a burden too heavy to bear. / My wounds are foul and festering because of my sinful folly. ...

Psalm 41:8
“A vile disease has been poured into him; he will never get up from where he lies!”

Micah 1:9
For her wound is incurable; it has reached even Judah; it has approached the gate of my people, as far as Jerusalem itself.

Matthew 8:17
This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “He took up our infirmities and carried our diseases.”

Luke 13:16
Then should not this daughter of Abraham, whom Satan has kept bound for eighteen long years, be released from her bondage on the Sabbath day?”

Mark 5:29
Immediately her bleeding stopped, and she sensed in her body that she was healed of her affliction.

Matthew 4:24
News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed, and He healed them.

Luke 5:12-13
While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” / Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him.

Treasury of Scripture

So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot to his crown.

So went.

1 Kings 22:22
And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And he said, Thou shalt persuadehim, and prevail also: go forth, and do so.

sore boils.

Job 30:17-19,30
My bones are pierced in me in the night season: and my sinews take no rest…

Exodus 9:9-11
And it shall become small dust in all the land of Egypt, and shall be a boil breaking forthwith blains upon man, and upon beast, throughout all the land of Egypt…

Deuteronomy 28:27,35
The LORD will smite thee with the botch of Egypt, and with the emerods, and with the scab, and with the itch, whereof thou canst not be healed…

from the sole.

Isaiah 1:6
From the sole of the foot even unto the headthere is no soundness in it;but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores: they have not been closed, neither bound up, neither mollified with ointment.

Isaiah 3:17
Therefore the Lord will smite with a scab the crown of the head of the daughters of Zion, and the LORD will discover their secret parts.

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Job 2

1.Satan, appearing again before God, obtains further leave to tempt Job.
7.He afflicts him with sore boils.
9.Job reproves his wife, who moved him to curse God.
11.His three friends console with him in silence.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

So Satan went out from the presence of the LORD
This phrase indicates a continuation of the heavenly council scene where Satan, the accuser, is granted permission by God to test Job's faithfulness. The presence of the LORD signifies the divine court, a setting where God’s sovereignty is emphasized. The departure of Satan underscores his role as a subordinate being who must operate within the boundaries set by God. This scene echoes the earlier encounter inJob 1:12, reinforcing the theme of divine permission and control over evil.

and infected Job with terrible boils
The affliction of boils is a physical manifestation of suffering, often associated with divine judgment or severe testing in the ancient Near East. Boils are mentioned in other biblical contexts, such as the plagues of Egypt (Exodus 9:9-11), highlighting their severity and the intense suffering they cause. This physical ailment serves as a tangible expression of Job's trial, testing his integrity and faith. The Hebrew term used here suggests a painful and debilitating condition, emphasizing the extremity of Job's suffering.

from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head
This phrase indicates the totality of Job's affliction, affecting his entire body. It symbolizes the comprehensive nature of his suffering, leaving no part of him untouched. This imagery is used elsewhere in Scripture to describe complete devastation or judgment (Deuteronomy 28:35,Isaiah 1:6). The extent of Job's suffering foreshadows the complete and redemptive suffering of Christ, who bore the sins of humanity in totality. This comprehensive affliction serves to highlight Job's endurance and the depth of his faith amidst overwhelming adversity.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Job
A man described as blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, known for his immense suffering and steadfast faith.

2.Satan
The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job's faithfulness is due to his prosperity. In this verse, Satan is the one who inflicts physical suffering upon Job.

3.The LORD
God, who allows Satan to test Job's faith but sets limits on the extent of the harm Satan can inflict.

4.Boils
Painful sores that cover Job's body, symbolizing intense physical suffering and a test of his faith.

5.Presence of the LORD
The divine council where Satan presents himself before God, indicating a heavenly setting where decisions about Job's testing are made.

Teaching Points

The Reality of Spiritual Warfare
Job's suffering is a result of spiritual warfare, reminding believers that their struggles may have spiritual dimensions beyond what is visible.

God's Sovereignty and Limits
God allows Satan to test Job but sets boundaries, illustrating that God remains in control even in our trials.

Endurance in Suffering
Job's response to his affliction teaches the importance of maintaining faith and integrity despite severe trials.

Compassion for the Suffering
Job's physical and emotional pain calls believers to show empathy and support for those enduring hardships.

Faith Beyond Prosperity
Job's account challenges the notion that faithfulness is contingent on material blessings, encouraging a deeper, unconditional trust in God.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Job 2:7?

2.How does Job 2:7 demonstrate Satan's power under God's sovereignty?

3.What can we learn about suffering from Job's response to his afflictions?

4.How does Job 2:7 relate to James 5:11 on perseverance?

5.How should believers respond to trials, as seen in Job 2:7?

6.What role does faith play when facing physical suffering, according to Job 2:7?

7.Why did God allow Satan to afflict Job with painful boils in Job 2:7?

8.What does Job 2:7 reveal about the nature of suffering and divine permission?

9.How does Job 2:7 challenge the belief in a benevolent and protective God?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 2?

11.What is the Bible's perspective on pain?

12.Could Job’s condition—covered in painful sores—have a natural explanation, or does this story conflict with scientific understanding of disease? (Job 2:7)

13.Who finds comfort in their sorrow?

14.In Job 10:16, why does Job perceive God as a ruthless adversary when other parts of the Bible portray Him as compassionate?

What Does Job 2:7 Mean

So Satan went out

Satan does not act on his own timetable; he moves only after divine permission is granted (Job 1:12). His “going out” shows intent and urgency, echoing1 Peter 5:8 where he “prowls around like a roaring lion.” The adversary’s departure reminds us that spiritual warfare is real, but also that God remains firmly in control (Luke 22:31–32).

from the presence of the LORD

Satan was compelled to leave the heavenly court (Zechariah 3:1–2). He cannot linger where God reigns in holiness, and he cannot harm God’s people without explicit allowance (Lamentations 3:37). Even in suffering, the believer rests in the truth that nothing slips past the Lord’s sovereign oversight (Romans 8:28).

and infected Job

The attack is personal and physical. Scripture is clear that the devil can afflict the body (Acts 10:38;2 Corinthians 12:7). Job’s illness is neither random nor a result of secret sin (Job 1:1). It is a calculated assault meant to break his faith, yet it ultimately serves God’s greater purposes (James 5:11).

with terrible boils

“Boils” draw a picture of excruciating pain and constant irritation, much like the plague on Egypt (Exodus 9:9–11) or the curse warned about inDeuteronomy 28:35. The term signals an incurable, disfiguring condition. Job’s misery is so severe that later he sits among ashes, scraping himself with broken pottery (Job 2:8).

from the soles of his feet

Suffering starts at the very place he would stand or walk, leaving him immobilized.Isaiah 1:6 laments a similar condition: “From the sole of your foot to the top of your head there is no soundness.” Job cannot flee his pain; it greets him with every step—or inability to take one.

to the crown of his head

The boils cover him entirely, sparing no inch of skin.Psalm 38:3–8 describes how such total agony crushes the spirit and drains the life. Job’s whole identity—public, private, physical, and emotional—is engulfed in affliction, underscoring the comprehensive nature of the test (Job 2:9–10).

summary

• Satan acts only by God’s permission, highlighting divine sovereignty even in hardship.

• Job’s suffering is literal, physical, and comprehensive, yet never outside God’s righteous boundaries.

• Scripture consistently presents Satan as a real adversary who can afflict the body, but whose power is limited (1 John 4:4).

• Job’s boils illustrate how trials can touch every area of life, inviting trust in God’s purposes beyond immediate understanding.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(7)Sore boils.--Supposed to be Elephantiasis, an extreme form of leprosy, in which the skin becomes clotted and hard like an elephant's, with painful cracks and sores underneath.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 7.-So went Satan forth from the presence of the Lord (comp.Job 1:12,ad fin.). Satan, we may be sure, is always anxious to quit the immediate presence o

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

So Satan
הַשָּׂטָ֔ן(haś·śā·ṭān)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7854:An opponent -- Satan, the arch-enemy of good

went out
וַיֵּצֵא֙(way·yê·ṣê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318:To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from the presence
פְּנֵ֣י(pə·nê)
Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440:The face

of the LORD
יְהוָ֑ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and infected
וַיַּ֤ךְ(way·yaḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5221:To strike

Job
אִיּוֹב֙(’î·yō·wḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 347:Job -- a patriarch

with terrible
רָ֔ע(rā‘)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7451:Bad, evil

boils
בִּשְׁחִ֣ין(biš·ḥîn)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7822:Inflammation, an ulcer

from the soles
מִכַּ֥ף(mik·kap̄)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3709:Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

of his feet
רַגְל֖וֹ(raḡ·lōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7272:A foot, a step, the pudenda

to
וְעַ֥ד(wə·‘aḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5704:As far as, even to, up to, until, while

the crown of his head.
קָדְקֳדֽוֹ׃(qā·ḏə·qo·ḏōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6936:Head, crown of the head

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