But now, please look at me. Would I lie to your face?
Parallel translations
- WEB Now therefore be pleased to look at me, for surely I shall not lie to your face.
- KJV Now therefore be content, look upon me; for it is evident unto you if I lie.
- NKJV Now therefore, be pleased to look at me; For I would never lie to your face.
- NASB “Now please look at me, And see if I am lying to your face.
- NLT Look at me! Would I lie to your face?
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Quick answer
Job asks them to look at him directly, for he will not lie to their faces. He appeals to his evident sincerity and integrity.
Overview
Job pleads with his friends to face him honestly, confident that they will see he is telling the truth. He stakes his case on transparent integrity rather than hidden deceit. This open appeal reflects the clear conscience of an upright man and anticipates the call to walk in the light, where there is nothing to hide, fully realized in those who are made truthful through union with Christ.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 5
- Job 27:4my lips will not speak wickedness, and my tongue will not utter deceit.
- Job 33:3My words are from an upright heart, and my lips speak sincerely what I know.
- Job 13:4You, however, smear with lies; you are all worthless physicians.
- Job 36:4For truly my words are free of falsehood; one perfect in knowledge is with you.
- Job 11:3Should your babbling put others to silence? Will you scoff without rebuke?
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