Job 31:23

Job 31:23 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

23For I dreaded destruction from God,

and for fear of his splendor I could not do such things.

23“For disaster from God is a terror to me,

And because of His majesty I can do nothing.

23For calamity from God is a terror to me,

And because of His majesty I can do nothing.

23“For tragedy from God is a terror to me,

And because of His majesty and exaltation I can do nothing [nor endure facing Him]. [Is 13:6; Joel 1:15]

23For calamity from God terrifies me,

and His splendor I cannot overpower.

23I was afraid God would destroy me.

His glory terrifies me.

So I’d never do things like that.