New American Bible, Revised Edition

Job 40:24-32 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

24. Who can capture him by his eyes,or pierce his nose with a trap?

25. Can you lead Leviathan about with a hook,or tie down his tongue with a rope?

26. Can you put a ring into his nose,or pierce through his cheek with a gaff?

27. Will he then plead with you, time after time,or address you with tender words?

28. Will he make a covenant with youthat you may have him as a slave forever?

29. Can you play with him, as with a bird?Can you tie him up for your little girls?

30. Will the traders bargain for him?Will the merchants divide him up?

31. Can you fill his hide with barbs,or his head with fish spears?

32. Once you but lay a hand upon him,no need to recall any other conflict!