Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Does a wild donkey bray when it has grass, or an ox bellow when it has fodder? New Living Translation Don’t I have a right to complain? Don’t wild donkeys bray when they find no grass, and oxen bellow when they have no food? English Standard Version Does the wild donkey bray when he has grass, or the ox low over his fodder? Berean Standard Bible Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass, or an ox low over its fodder? King James Bible Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the ox over his fodder? New King James Version Does the wild donkey bray when it has grass, Or does the ox low over its fodder? New American Standard Bible “Does the wild donkey bray over his grass, Or does the ox low over his feed? NASB 1995 “Does the wild donkey bray over his grass, Or does the ox low over his fodder? NASB 1977 “Does the wild donkey bray over his grass, Or does the ox low over his fodder? Legacy Standard Bible Does the wild donkey bray over his grass, Or does the ox low over his fodder? Amplified Bible “Does the wild donkey bray when he has grass? Or does the ox low over his fodder? Christian Standard Bible Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass or an ox low over its fodder? Holman Christian Standard Bible Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass or an ox low over its fodder? American Standard Version Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? Or loweth the ox over his fodder? Contemporary English Version Do oxen and wild donkeys cry out in distress unless they are hungry? English Revised Version Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the ox over his fodder? GOD'S WORD® Translation "Does a wild donkey bray when it's [eating] grass, or does an ox make a sound over its hay? Good News Translation A donkey is content when eating grass, and a cow is quiet when eating hay. International Standard Version "Will the wild donkey bray from hunger if fresh grass is beside him? Will the ox low from distress if it is near its feed? Majority Standard Bible Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass, or an ox low over its fodder? NET Bible "Does the wild donkey bray when it is near grass? Or does the ox low near its fodder? New Heart English Bible Does the wild donkey bray when he has grass? Or does the ox low over his fodder? Webster's Bible Translation Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or loweth the ox over his fodder? World English Bible Does the wild donkey bray when he has grass? Or does the ox low over his fodder? Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionDoes a wild donkey bray over tender grass? Does an ox low over his provender? Young's Literal Translation Brayeth a wild ass over tender grass? Loweth an ox over his provender? Smith's Literal Translation Shall the wild ass bray at grass? if the ox will low over his provender? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWill the wild ass bray when he hath grass? or will the ox low when he standeth before a full manger? Catholic Public Domain Version Will the wild ass bray when he has grass? Or will the ox bellow when he stands before a full manger? New American Bible Does the wild donkey bray when it has grass? Does the ox low over its fodder? New Revised Standard Version Does the wild ass bray over its grass, or the ox low over its fodder? Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleDoes the wild ass bray over grass? Or does the ox low over the fodder? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Does a wild donkey sniff over new grass or a bull cry over hay? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? Or loweth the ox over his fodder? Brenton Septuagint Translation What then? will the wild ass bray for nothing, if he is not seeking food? or again, will the ox low at the manger, when he has a fodder? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job Replies: My Complaint is Just…4For the arrows of the Almighty have pierced me; my spirit drinks in their poison; the terrors of God are arrayed against me. 5Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass, or an ox low over its fodder? 6Is tasteless food eaten without salt, or is there flavor in the white of an egg?… Cross References Job 39:9-12 Will the wild ox consent to serve you? Will he stay by your manger at night? / Can you hold him to the furrow with a harness? Will he plow the valleys behind you? / Can you rely on his great strength? Will you leave your hard work to him? ... Job 30:29 I have become a brother of jackals, a companion of ostriches. Job 12:7-8 But ask the animals, and they will instruct you; ask the birds of the air, and they will tell you. / Or speak to the earth, and it will teach you; let the fish of the sea inform you. Psalm 104:21 The young lions roar for their prey and seek their food from God. Isaiah 1:3 The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its master’s manger, but Israel does not know; My people do not understand.” Proverbs 14:4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. Psalm 32:9 Do not be like the horse or mule, which have no understanding; they must be controlled with bit and bridle to make them come to you. Isaiah 11:6-7 The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. / The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. Jeremiah 8:7 Even the stork in the sky knows her appointed seasons. The turtledove, the swift, and the thrush keep their time of migration, but My people do not know the requirements of the LORD. Hosea 4:3 Therefore the land mourns, and all who dwell in it will waste away with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air; even the fish of the sea disappear. Matthew 6:26 Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Luke 12:24 Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storehouse or barn; yet God feeds them. How much more valuable you are than the birds! Matthew 10:29-31 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. / And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. / So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. James 3:7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and creatures of the sea are being tamed and have been tamed by man, Romans 8:19-22 The creation waits in eager expectation for the revelation of the sons of God. / For the creation was subjected to futility, not by its own will, but because of the One who subjected it, in hope / that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. ... Treasury of Scripture Does the wild ass bray when he has grass? or lows the ox over his fodder? when he hath grass. Psalm 104:14 He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service of man: that he may bring forth food out of the earth; loweth. Psalm 42:1 To the chief Musician, Maschil, for the sons of Korah. As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. Jeremiah 14:6 And the wild asses did stand in the high places, they snuffed up the wind like dragons; their eyes did fail, because there was no grass. Joel 1:18-20 How do the beasts groan! the herds of cattle are perplexed, because they have no pasture; yea, the flocks of sheep are made desolate… Jump to Previous Ass Bellow Bray Donkey Fields Fodder Food Grass Low Ox Provender Sounds Tender Voice WildJump to Next Ass Bellow Bray Donkey Fields Fodder Food Grass Low Ox Provender Sounds Tender Voice WildJob 6 1. Job shows that his complaints are not causeless.8. He wishes for death, wherein he is assured of comfort. 14. He reproves his friends of unkindness. Does a wild donkey bray over fresh grass In this phrase, Job uses the imagery of a wild donkey to illustrate a point about contentment and complaint. The wild donkey, known for its independence and resilience in the harsh desert environment, does not bray when it has sufficient food. This suggests that complaints arise from unmet needs or suffering. In biblical times, the wild donkey was a symbol of freedom and untamed nature (Genesis 16:12). Job's use of this metaphor highlights his own situation of distress and unmet needs, contrasting his current suffering with a time when he was content and at peace. or an ox low over its fodder? Persons / Places / Events 1. JobThe central figure in the Book of Job, a man described as blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He undergoes severe trials and suffering, which lead him to question and seek understanding of his circumstances. 2. Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar Job's three friends who come to comfort him but end up engaging in a series of dialogues with him, often offering traditional wisdom that Job finds unsatisfactory. 3. Uz The land where Job lived, often associated with the region east of Israel, possibly in Edom or northern Arabia. 4. God The ultimate authority and sovereign being in the account, who allows Job's testing and later responds to Job's questions. 5. Satan The adversary who challenges Job's integrity, suggesting that Job is faithful only because of his prosperity and protection from God. Teaching Points Understanding ContentmentJob uses the imagery of animals to illustrate that dissatisfaction arises from unmet needs. In our lives, recognizing the source of our discontent can help us address it appropriately. The Nature of Complaints Just as animals do not make noise when they are satisfied, our complaints often stem from deeper issues of unmet needs or desires. Identifying these can lead to more constructive responses. Trust in God's Provision The natural order, where animals are content when their needs are met, reflects God's provision. Trusting in God's care can bring peace even in times of lack. The Role of Friends in Suffering Job's friends fail to understand his plight, offering simplistic solutions. This teaches us the importance of empathy and listening in supporting others. Spiritual Hunger and Satisfaction Just as physical hunger leads to noise, spiritual hunger can lead to restlessness. Seeking fulfillment in God can bring true satisfaction.Verse 5. - Doth the wild ass bray when he hath grass? literally, over grass; i.e. when he has grass under his feet, and has consequently no cause of complaint. Job means to say that his own complainings are as natural and instinctive as these of animals (On the species of wild asses known to Job, see the comment on Job 39:5.) Or loweth the ox over his fodder? The lowing of the ox, like the braying of the wild ass, is a complaint - a sign of distress and discomfort. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Does a wild donkeyפֶּ֥רֶא (pe·re) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6501: A wild donkey bray הֲיִֽנְהַק־ (hă·yin·haq-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5101: To bray, scream over עֲלֵי־ (‘ă·lê-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against fresh grass, דֶ֑שֶׁא (ḏe·še) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1877: A sprout, grass or אִ֥ם (’im) Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not an ox שּׁ֝֗וֹר (wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7794: A head of cattle (bullock, ox, etcetera) low יִגְעֶה־ (yiḡ·‘e·hō·šō-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1600: To bellow over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against its fodder? בְּלִילֽוֹ׃ (bə·lî·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1098: Mixed, feed Links Job 6:5 NIVJob 6:5 NLT Job 6:5 ESV Job 6:5 NASB Job 6:5 KJV Job 6:5 BibleApps.com Job 6:5 Biblia Paralela Job 6:5 Chinese Bible Job 6:5 French Bible Job 6:5 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 6:5 Does the wild donkey bray when he (Jb) |
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