Job 40:4

Job 40:4 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

4“I am unworthy—how can I reply to you?

I put my hand over my mouth.

4“Behold, I am insignificant; what can I say in response to You?

I put my hand on my mouth.

4“Behold, I am insignificant; what can I reply to You?

I lay my hand on my mouth.

4“Behold, I am of little importance and contemptible; what can I reply to You?

I lay my hand on my mouth. [Ezra 9:6; Ps 51:4]

4“Behold, I am insignificant. How can I reply to You?

I place my hand over my mouth.

4“I’m not worthy. How can I reply to you?

I’m putting my hand over my mouth. I’ll stop talking.