Job 8:11

Old Testament · SCRIPTURE

Job 8:11

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Berean Standard Bible

Does papyrus grow where there is no marsh? Do reeds flourish without water?

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KJV

King James Version

Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water?

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WEB

World English Bible

“Can the papyrus grow up without mire? Can the rushes grow without water?

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ASV

American Standard Version

Can the rush grow up without mire? Can the flag grow without water?

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Berean Literal Bible

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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB

Job 8

⁹ For we were born yesterday and know nothing; our days on earth are but a shadow.

¹⁰ Will they not teach you and tell you, and speak from their understanding?

¹¹ Does papyrus grow where there is no marsh? Do reeds flourish without water?

¹² While the shoots are still uncut, they dry up more quickly than grass.

¹³ Such is the destiny of all who forget God; so the hope of the godless will perish.

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