Job 16:15 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.”

Job 16:15

bookmark_border Save Verse

menu_book Verse in Context

Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

His archers compass me round about, he cleaveth my reins asunder, and doth not spare; he poureth out my gall upon the ground.

He breaketh me with breach upon breach, he runneth upon me like a giant.

I have sewed sackcloth upon my skin, and defiled my horn in the dust.

My face is foul with weeping, and on my eyelids {is} the shadow of death;

Not for {any} injustice in mine hands: also my prayer {is} pure.

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

Save your favorite verses, get AI-powered insights tailored to your life, and discover related scripture for your spiritual journey.

person_add Create Free Account library_books Explore Topics

From This Chapter

Job 16:1

"Then Job answered and said,"

Job 16:2

"I have heard many such things: miserable comforters {are} ye all. {miserable: or, troublesome}"

Job 16:3

"Shall vain words have an end? or what emboldeneth thee that thou answerest? {vain...: Heb. words of wind}"

Job 16:4

"I also could speak as ye {do}: if your soul were in my soul's stead, I could heap up words against you, and shake mine head at you."

Job 16:5

"{But} I would strengthen you with my mouth, and the moving of my lips should asswage {your grief}."

Job 16:6

"Though I speak, my grief is not asswaged: and {though} I forbear, what am I eased? {what...: Heb. what goeth from me?}"

Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.

Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.

shareShare Your Journey

menu_book Verse in Context

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

From This Chapter