Job 36:18
ContextNET © | Be careful that 1 no one entices you with riches; do not let a large bribe 2 turn you aside. |
NIV © | Be careful that no-one entices you by riches; do not let a large bribe turn you aside. |
NASB © | " Beware that wrath does not entice you to scoffing; And do not let the greatness of the ransom turn you aside. |
NLT © | But watch out, or you may be seduced with wealth. Don’t let yourself be bribed into sin. |
MSG © | Don't let your great riches mislead you; don't think you can bribe your way out of this. |
BBE © | … |
NRSV © | Beware that wrath does not entice you into scoffing, and do not let the greatness of the ransom turn you aside. |
NKJV © | Because there is wrath, beware lest He take you away with one blow; For a large ransom would not help you avoid it . |
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NET © | Be careful that 1 no one entices you with riches; do not let a large bribe 2 turn you aside. |
NET © Notes |
1 tn The first expression is idiomatic: the text says, “because wrath lest it entice you” – thus, beware. 2 tn The word is כֹּפֶר (kofer), often translated “ransom,” but frequently in the sense of a bribe. |