Job 31:23
King James Version
For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure.
Job 31:23 in context
Job 31:21
If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, when I saw my help in the gate:
Job 31:22
Then let mine arm fall from my shoulder blade, and mine arm be broken from the bone.
Job 31:23SELECTED VERSE
For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure.
Job 31:24
If I have made gold my hope, or have said to the fine gold, Thou art my confidence;
Job 31:25
If I rejoice because my wealth was great, and because mine hand had gotten much;