Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Job 16:10 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Job 16:10 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 16 verse 10 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“They have gaped upon me with their mouth; they have smitten me upon the cheek reproachfully; they have gathered themselves together against me.”
Job 16:10 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 16:10
They have gaped upon me with their mouth (פָּעֲרוּ עָלַי בְּפִיהֶם, pa'aru 'alay befihem)—The verb פָּעַר (pa'ar) means 'to open wide, gape' like a predator's maw. This same imagery appears in Psalm 22:13 ('they gaped upon me with their mouths, as a ravening and a roaring lion')—the messianic psalm Jesus quoted on the cross.They have smitten me upon the cheek reproachfully (בְּחֶרְפָּה הִכּוּ לְחָיָי, becherpa hikku lechayai)—Striking the cheek (לְחִי, lechi) was the ultimate insult in ancient Near Eastern culture, denying someone's dignity and honor. The servant in Isaiah 50:6 receives this s...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 16:10
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“they rejoiced”
“lions tearing prey and roaring.”
“and my cheeks to those who plucked off the hair; I didn't hide my face from shame and spitting.”
“He giveth his cheek to him that smiteth him: he is filled full with reproach.”
“daughter of troops. He has laid siege against us. They will strike the judge of Israel with a rod on the cheek.”
“they pin my hands and feet.{or”
“Ananias”
“if he brings you into bondage”
“and condemn the innocent blood.”
“and struck Micaiah on the cheek”