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Berean Standard Bible

“A despairing man should have the kindness of his friend, even if he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.”

Job 6:14

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Job is in agony after losing his children, possessions and health. His friend Eliphaz has spoken, and Job responds by expressing his need for compassion.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

A despairing man should have the kindness of his friend, even if he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.

World English Bible (WEB)

“To him who is ready to faint, kindness should be shown from his friend; even to him who forsakes the fear of the Almighty.

King James Version (KJV)

To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty.

American Standard Version (ASV)

To him that is ready to faint kindness [should be showed] from his friend; Even to him that forsaketh the fear of the Almighty.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He whose heart is shut against his friend has given up the fear of the Ruler of all.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

El atribulado es consolado de su compañero: mas hase abandonado el temor del Omnipotente.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

»Uno debe tener piedad con el amigo desfalleciente, pero tú me has acusado sin el mínimo temor a Dios.

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