Job 40:4

Behold, I am vile, what shall I answere thee? I wil lay my hand vpon my mouth.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

"Behold, I am insignificant; what can I reply to You? I lay my hand on my mouth.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

Behold, I am of small account; What shall I answer thee? I lay my hand upon my mouth.
- American Standard Version (1901)

Truly, I am of no value; what answer may I give to you? I will put my hand on my mouth.
- Basic English Bible

Behold, I am nought: what shall I answer thee? I will lay my hand upon my mouth.
- Darby Bible

Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay my hand upon my mouth.
- Webster's Bible

Behold, I am of small account. What shall I answer you? I lay my hand on my mouth.
- World English Bible

Lo, I have been vile, What do I return to Thee? My hand I have placed on my mouth.
- Youngs Literal Bible

Behold, I am of small account; what shall I answer Thee? I lay my hand upon my mouth.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Job 40:4

40:2 Reproveth - That boldly censureth his ways or works; it is at his peril.

40:5 Answer - Speak again; I will contend no more with thee. Twice - Often, the definite number being used indefinitely.

40:6 Whirlwind - Which was renewed when God renewed his charge upon Job, whom he intended to humble more throughly.