Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For calamity from God is a terror to me, And by reason of his majesty I can do nothing.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For the fear of God kept me back, and because of his power I might not do such things.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For calamity from ùGod was a terror to me, and by reason of his excellency I was powerless.

Webster's Bible (WBT)

For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure.

World English Bible (WEB)

For calamity from God is a terror to me, By reason of his majesty I can do nothing.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

For a dread unto me `is' calamity `from' God, And because of His excellency I am not able.