King James Version
Job 21:10 in the King James Version says “Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf.” — study this verse from Job chapter 21 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf.”
Job 21:10 · KJV
Their seed is established in their sight with them, and their offspring before their eyes.
Their houses are safe from fear, neither is the rod of God upon them. safe: Heb. peace from
Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf.
They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance.
They take the timbrel and harp, and rejoice at the sound of the organ.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“gendereth”
H5674to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
“and casteth not her calf”
H7921properly, to miscarry, i.e., suffer abortion; by analogy, to bereave (literally or figuratively)
This verse is found in the book of Job. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Job 21:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Job 21:10 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge