Job 35:13
New International Version
Indeed, God does not listen to their empty plea; the Almighty pays no attention to it.

New Living Translation
But it is wrong to say God doesn’t listen, to say the Almighty isn’t concerned.

English Standard Version
Surely God does not hear an empty cry, nor does the Almighty regard it.

Berean Standard Bible
Surely God does not listen to empty pleas, and the Almighty does not take note of it.

King James Bible
Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.

New King James Version
Surely God will not listen to empty talk, Nor will the Almighty regard it.

New American Standard Bible
“God certainly will not listen to an empty cry, Nor will the Almighty regard it.

NASB 1995
“Surely God will not listen to an empty cry, Nor will the Almighty regard it.

NASB 1977
“Surely God will not listen to an empty cry, Nor will the Almighty regard it.

Legacy Standard Bible
Surely God will not listen to an empty cry, Nor will the Almighty perceive it.

Amplified Bible
“Surely God will not listen to an empty cry [which lacks trust], Nor will the Almighty regard it.

Christian Standard Bible
Indeed, God does not listen to empty cries, and the Almighty does not take note of it —

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Indeed, God does not listen to empty cries, and the Almighty does not take note of it—

American Standard Version
Surely God will not hear an empty cry, Neither will the Almighty regard it.

Contemporary English Version
If God All-Powerful refuses to answer their empty prayers,

English Revised Version
Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Surely, God doesn't listen to idle complaints. The Almighty doesn't even pay attention to them.

Good News Translation
It is useless for them to cry out; Almighty God does not see or hear them.

International Standard Version
Theirs is a useless plea— God won't listen; the Almighty won't pay any attention.

Majority Standard Bible
Surely God does not listen to empty pleas, and the Almighty does not take note of it.

NET Bible
Surely it is an empty cry--God does not hear it; the Almighty does not take notice of it.

New Heart English Bible
Surely God will not hear an empty cry, neither will Shaddai regard it.

Webster's Bible Translation
Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.

World English Bible
Surely God will not hear an empty cry, neither will the Almighty regard it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Surely God does not hear vanity, "" And the Mighty does not behold it.

Young's Literal Translation
Surely vanity God doth not hear, And the Mighty doth not behold it.

Smith's Literal Translation
Also God will not hear vanity, and the Almighty will not look upon it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
God therefore will not hear in vain, and the Almighty will look into the causes of every one.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Therefore, God does not hear in vain, and the Almighty will look into each and every case.

New American Bible
But it is idle to say God does not hear or that the Almighty does not take notice.

New Revised Standard Version
Surely God does not hear an empty cry, nor does the Almighty regard it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Because God does not hear the empty pride of evildoers, nor does he praise it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
God does not hear uselessly, neither does God praise such
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Surely God will not hear vanity, Neither will the Almighty regard it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
For the Lord desires not to look on error, for he is the Almighty One.

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Audio Bible



Context
Elihu Reminds Job of God's Justice
12There they cry out, but He does not answer, because of the pride of evil men. 13Surely God does not listen to empty pleas, and the Almighty does not take note of it. 14How much less, then, when you say that you do not see Him, that your case is before Him and you must wait for Him,…

Cross References
Psalm 66:18
If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.

Proverbs 15:29
The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.

Isaiah 1:15
When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood.

Jeremiah 11:11
Therefore this is what the LORD says: ‘I am about to bring upon them a disaster that they cannot escape. They will cry out to Me, but I will not listen to them.

Micah 3:4
Then they will cry out to the LORD, but He will not answer them. At that time He will hide His face from them because of the evil they have done.

Zechariah 7:13
And just as I had called and they would not listen, so when they called I would not listen, says the LORD of Hosts.

Psalm 18:41
They cried for help, but there was no one to save them—to the LORD, but He did not answer.

Proverbs 1:28
Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me.

Isaiah 59:2
But your iniquities have built barriers between you and your God, and your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He does not hear.

Lamentations 3:44
You have covered Yourself with a cloud that no prayer can pass through.

Matthew 7:21-23
Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’

John 9:31
We know that God does not listen to sinners, but He does listen to the one who worships Him and does His will.

James 4:3
And when you do ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may squander it on your pleasures.

1 Peter 3:12
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”

1 John 3:22
and we will receive from Him whatever we ask, because we keep His commandments and do what is pleasing in His sight.


Treasury of Scripture

Surely God will not hear vanity, neither will the Almighty regard it.

God

Job 22:22-27
Receive, I pray thee, the law from his mouth, and lay up his words in thine heart…

Job 27:8,9
For what is the hope of the hypocrite, though he hath gained, when God taketh away his soul? …

Proverbs 15:8,29
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight…

regard

Job 30:20
I cry unto thee, and thou dost not hear me: I stand up, and thou regardest me not.

Psalm 102:17
He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.

Amos 5:22
Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept them: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts.

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Surely God
The phrase "Surely God" emphasizes the certainty and sovereignty of God. In Hebrew, the word for God here is "El," which signifies strength and might. This reflects the understanding that God is not only the Creator but also the ultimate authority over all creation. The use of "surely" underscores the confidence in God's character and His consistent nature. In the context of Job, this serves as a reminder of God's omnipotence and His ability to discern the truth in human petitions.

does not listen
The phrase "does not listen" suggests a deliberate choice by God to ignore certain prayers. The Hebrew root "shama" means to hear or listen, but in this context, it implies a deeper understanding that God is not merely passive but actively discerning. This highlights the idea that God, in His wisdom, chooses not to respond to insincere or superficial requests. It serves as a call for believers to approach God with genuine faith and integrity.

to empty pleas
"Empty pleas" refers to prayers or requests that lack sincerity or substance. The Hebrew word "shav" can be translated as vanity or emptiness, indicating that these pleas are devoid of true faith or righteousness. In the historical context of Job, this reflects the understanding that God values the heart's intention over mere words. It challenges believers to examine their motives and ensure that their prayers are aligned with God's will and purpose.

and the Almighty
The term "the Almighty" is translated from the Hebrew "Shaddai," which conveys God's all-sufficient power and authority. This name for God emphasizes His ability to provide and sustain, reinforcing His role as the ultimate judge and ruler. In the narrative of Job, it serves as a reminder of God's overarching control and His capacity to execute justice according to His perfect wisdom.

does not take note of it
The phrase "does not take note of it" indicates that God chooses not to acknowledge or act upon certain requests. The Hebrew root "biyn" means to understand or consider, suggesting that God, in His omniscience, discerns the true nature of each plea. This underscores the importance of approaching God with a sincere heart and genuine faith, as He is not swayed by empty words but by the authenticity of one's devotion.

(13) God will not hear vanity.--Some understand this as part of the cry in Job 35:12 : "Seeing it is all in vain, God doth not hear, neither doth the Almighty regard it."

Verse 13. - Surely God will not hear vanity. God will not hear prayers that are rendered "vain" by sin or defect in those who offer them, as by a want of faith, piety, humility, or resignation. Neither will the Almighty regard any such petitions.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Surely
אַךְ־ (’a·ḵō·šā-)
Adverb
Strong's 389: A particle of affirmation, surely

God
אֵ֑ל (’êl)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 410: Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty

does not
לֹא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

listen
יִשְׁמַ֥ע ׀ (yiš·ma‘)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

to empty pleas,
שָׁ֭וְא (w)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7723: Evil, idolatry, uselessness

and the Almighty
וְ֝שַׁדַּ֗י (wə·šad·day)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7706: The Almighty

does not
לֹ֣א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

take note of it.
יְשׁוּרֶֽנָּה׃ (yə·šū·ren·nāh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 7789: To spy out, survey, lurk for, care for


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