Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version when his lamp shone on my head and by his light I walked through darkness! New Living Translation when he lit up the way before me and I walked safely through the darkness. English Standard Version when his lamp shone upon my head, and by his light I walked through darkness, Berean Standard Bible when His lamp shone above my head, and by His light I walked through the darkness, King James Bible When his candle shined upon my head, and when by his light I walked through darkness; New King James Version When His lamp shone upon my head, And when by His light I walked through darkness; New American Standard Bible When His lamp shone over my head, And by His light I walked through darkness; NASB 1995 When His lamp shone over my head, And by His light I walked through darkness; NASB 1977 When His lamp shone over my head, And by His light I walked through darkness; Legacy Standard Bible When His lamp shone over my head, And by His light I walked through darkness, Amplified Bible When His lamp shone upon my head And by His light I walked through darkness; Christian Standard Bible when his lamp shone above my head, and I walked through darkness by his light! Holman Christian Standard Bible when His lamp shone above my head, and I walked through darkness by His light! American Standard Version When his lamp shined upon my head, And by his light I walked through darkness; Contemporary English Version and the light from his lamp showed me the way through the dark. English Revised Version When his lamp shined upon my head, and by his light I walked through darkness; GOD'S WORD® Translation when he made his lamp shine on my head, when I walked through the dark in his light. Good News Translation God was always with me then and gave me light as I walked through the darkness. International Standard Version when his lamp used to shine over my head, so I could walk through the dark, Majority Standard Bible when His lamp shone above my head, and by His light I walked through the darkness, NET Bible when he caused his lamp to shine upon my head, and by his light I walked through darkness; New Heart English Bible when his lamp shone on my head, and by his light I walked through darkness, Webster's Bible Translation When his candle shined upon my head, and when by his light I walked through darkness; World English Bible when his lamp shone on my head, and by his light I walked through darkness, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIn His causing His lamp to shine on my head, "" By His light I walk [through] darkness. Young's Literal Translation In His causing His lamp to shine on my head, By His light I walk through darkness. Smith's Literal Translation In his causing his light to shine upon my head, before his light I shall go through darkness; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhen his lamp shined over my head, and I walked by his light in darkness? Catholic Public Domain Version At that time, his lamp shined over my head, and by his light, I walked through the darkness. New American Bible While he kept his lamp shining above my head, and by his light I walked through darkness; New Revised Standard Version when his lamp shone over my head, and by his light I walked through darkness; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhen he put his worship high upon my head, when his lamp shone over me; and when by his light I walked through darkness. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated His awe he made above my head in spreading his lamp over me, and by his light I walked in the dark OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917When His lamp shined above my head, And by His light I walked through darkness; Brenton Septuagint Translation As when his lamp shone over my head; when by his light I walked through darkness. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job's Former Blessings…2“How I long for the months gone by, for the days when God watched over me, 3when His lamp shone above my head, and by His light I walked through the darkness, 4when I was in my prime, when the friendship of God rested on my tent,… Cross References Psalm 18:28 For You, O LORD, light my lamp; my God lights up my darkness. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Isaiah 9:2 The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned. John 8:12 Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” Matthew 4:16 the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.” Proverbs 6:23 For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life, Isaiah 60:1 Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. John 1:4-5 In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. / The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. 2 Samuel 22:29 For You, O LORD, are my lamp; the LORD lights up my darkness. Isaiah 42:16 I will lead the blind by a way they did not know; I will guide them on unfamiliar paths. I will turn darkness into light before them and rough places into level ground. These things I will do for them, and I will not forsake them. Luke 1:78-79 because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the Dawn will visit us from on high, / to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.” 1 John 1:5 And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you: God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. Psalm 27:1 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? Ephesians 5:8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light, 2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. Treasury of Scripture When his candle shined on my head, and when by his light I walked through darkness; candle. Job 18:6 The light shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put out with him. Job 21:17 How oft is the candle of the wicked put out! and how oft cometh their destruction upon them! God distributeth sorrows in his anger. Psalm 18:28 For thou wilt light my candle: the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness. by his light Job 22:28 Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. Psalm 4:6 There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Jump to Previous Candle Causing Dark Darkness Head Lamp Shine Shined Shining Shone Walk WalkedJump to Next Candle Causing Dark Darkness Head Lamp Shine Shined Shining Shone Walk WalkedJob 29 1. Job bemoans his former prosperitywhen His lamp shone above my head This phrase reflects a time of divine favor and guidance in Job's life. The imagery of a lamp is often used in Scripture to symbolize God's guidance and presence (Psalm 119:105). In ancient Near Eastern culture, lamps were essential for navigating the darkness, symbolizing clarity and direction. Job recalls a period when God's wisdom and protection were evident, reminiscent of the pillar of fire that guided the Israelites in the wilderness (Exodus 13:21). This divine illumination signifies God's approval and the blessings that come with walking in His ways. and by His light I walked through the darkness Persons / Places / Events 1. JobA man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, known for his immense suffering and unwavering faith. 2. God The Almighty, who is the source of light and guidance in Job's life. Job reflects on a time when he felt God's presence and favor. 3. Darkness Symbolic of adversity, ignorance, or evil. Job contrasts his past experiences of divine guidance with his current suffering. Teaching Points Divine GuidanceGod's presence is like a lamp that illuminates our path, providing clarity and direction in times of uncertainty. Reflecting on Past Blessings Remembering times of divine favor can strengthen our faith during trials, reminding us of God's faithfulness. Walking Through Darkness Even in the darkest times, God's light can guide us. Trusting in His guidance is crucial when we cannot see the way forward. Spiritual Light vs. Worldly Darkness The world may present challenges and confusion, but God's light offers truth and understanding, leading us through life's complexities. Faith in Adversity Like Job, maintaining faith in God's presence and guidance during adversity can provide hope and resilience.(3) When his candle shined.--See Isaiah 1:10.Verse 3. - When his candle shined upon my head (comp. Psalm 18:28, "For thou wilt light my candle: the Lord my God will enlighten my darkness"). A "candle," or "lamp," is a general symbol in Scripture for life and prosperity. God is said to light men's candles when he blesses them and maizes his countenance to shine upon them; conversely, when he withdraws his favour he is said to put their candles out (Job 18:6; Job 21:17). And when by his light I walked through darkness. The light of God's countenance shining about a man's path enables him to walk securely even through thick darkness, i.e. through trouble and perplexity. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew when His lampנֵ֭רוֹ (nê·rōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5216: A lamp, light shone בְּהִלּ֣וֹ (bə·hil·lōw) Preposition-b | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1984: To shine above עֲלֵ֣י (‘ă·lê) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against my head, רֹאשִׁ֑י (rō·šî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 7218: The head and by His light לְ֝אוֹרוֹ (lə·’ō·w·rōw) Preposition-l | Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 216: Illumination, luminary I walked אֵ֣לֶךְ (’ê·leḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk through the darkness, חֹֽשֶׁךְ׃ (ḥō·šeḵ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2822: The dark, darkness, misery, destruction, death, ignorance, sorrow, wickedness Links Job 29:3 NIVJob 29:3 NLT Job 29:3 ESV Job 29:3 NASB Job 29:3 KJV Job 29:3 BibleApps.com Job 29:3 Biblia Paralela Job 29:3 Chinese Bible Job 29:3 French Bible Job 29:3 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 29:3 When his lamp shone on my head (Jb) |
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