Job 33:18
He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.
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Context
16 Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction,
17 That he may withdraw man purpose, and hide pride from man.
18 He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.
19 He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong :
20 So that his life abhorreth bread, and his soul dainty meat.