Job 13:4
But you put a false face on things; all your attempts to put things right are of no value.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
But ye are forgers of lies, ye are all physicians of no value.
In Context
3But I would have talk with the Ruler of all, and my desire is to have an argument with God.
5If only you would keep quiet, it would be a sign of wisdom!
Cross References
Exodus 20:16Do not give false witness against your neighbour.
Job 5:1Give now a cry for help; is there anyone who will give you an answer? and to which of the holy ones will you make your prayer?
Job 6:20They were put to shame because of their hope; they came and their hope was gone.
Job 8:3Does God give wrong decisions? or is the Ruler of all not upright in his judging?
Job 18:5For the light of the sinner is put out, and the flame of his fire is not shining.
Job 22:6For you have taken your brother's goods when he was not in your debt, and have taken away the clothing of those who have need of it.
Matthew Henry on Job 13:2-13
Job's Reply to Zophar. ( b. c. 1520.) 1 Lo, mine eye hath seen all this, mine ear hath heard and understood it. 2 What ye know, the same do I know also: I am not inferior unto you. 3 Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God. 4 But ye are forgers of lies, ye are all physicians of no value. 5 O that ye would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom. 6 Hear now my reasoning, and hearken to the pleadings of my lips. 7 Will ye speak wickedly for God? and talk deceitfully for… Read the whole commentary →