Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the chief men refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands; New Living Translation The princes stood in silence and put their hands over their mouths. English Standard Version the princes refrained from talking and laid their hand on their mouth; Berean Standard Bible The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands. King James Bible The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. New King James Version The princes refrained from talking, And put their hand on their mouth; New American Standard Bible “The leaders stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths; NASB 1995 “The princes stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths; NASB 1977 “The princes stopped talking, And put their hands on their mouths; Legacy Standard Bible The princes stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths; Amplified Bible The princes stopped talking And put their hands on their mouths; Christian Standard Bible City officials stopped talking and covered their mouths with their hands. Holman Christian Standard Bible City officials stopped talking and covered their mouths with their hands. American Standard Version The princes refrained from talking, And laid their hand on their mouth; Contemporary English Version while the older ones stood English Revised Version The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth; GOD'S WORD® Translation Princes held back [their] words and put their hands over their mouths. Good News Translation The leaders of the people would stop talking; International Standard Version Nobles would refrain from speaking, covering their mouths with their hands. Majority Standard Bible The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands. NET Bible the chief men refrained from talking and covered their mouths with their hands; New Heart English Bible The princes refrained from talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. Webster's Bible Translation The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. World English Bible The princes refrained from talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionPrinces have kept in words, "" And they place a hand on their mouth. Young's Literal Translation Princes have kept in words, And a hand they place on their mouth. Smith's Literal Translation Chiefs held back in words, and they will put the hand to the mouth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe princes ceased to speak, and laid the finger on their mouth. Catholic Public Domain Version The leaders stopped talking, and they placed a finder over their mouth. New American Bible Officials refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands; New Revised Standard Version the nobles refrained from talking, and laid their hands on their mouths; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe nobles held their peace, and laid their hands on their mouth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Princes were restrained in words, and they placed their hands on their mouths OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The princes refrained talking, And laid their hand on their mouth; Brenton Septuagint Translation And the great men ceased speaking, and laid their finger on their mouth. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job's Former Blessings…8the young men saw me and withdrew, and the old men rose to their feet. 9The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands. 10The voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roofs of their mouths.… Cross References Proverbs 31:23 Her husband is known at the city gates, where he sits among the elders of the land. Isaiah 3:3 the commander of fifty and the dignitary, the counselor, the cunning magician, and the clever enchanter. Lamentations 5:14 The elders have left the city gate; the young men have stopped their music. Proverbs 31:28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband praises her as well: Isaiah 29:10 For the LORD has poured out on you a spirit of deep sleep. He has shut your eyes, O prophets; He has covered your heads, O seers. Amos 5:13 Therefore, the prudent keep silent in such times, for the days are evil. Micah 7:16 Nations will see and be ashamed, deprived of all their might. They will put their hands over their mouths, and their ears will become deaf. Acts 17:12 As a result, many of them believed, along with quite a few prominent Greek women and men. 1 Kings 10:8 How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom! 1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered. 1 Corinthians 14:34 Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says. Titus 2:2 Older men are to be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, love, and perseverance. 1 Timothy 5:17 Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching. James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, 1 Corinthians 12:23 and the parts we consider less honorable, we treat with greater honor. And our unpresentable parts are treated with special modesty, Treasury of Scripture The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth. refrained Job 4:2 If we assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking? Job 7:11 Therefore I will not refrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. Proverbs 10:19 In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise. laid Job 21:5 Mark me, and be astonished, and lay your hand upon your mouth. Job 40:4 Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Judges 18:19 And they said unto him, Hold thy peace, lay thine hand upon thy mouth, and go with us, and be to us a father and a priest: is it better for thee to be a priest unto the house of one man, or that thou be a priest unto a tribe and a family in Israel? Jump to Previous Chief Covered Hand Hands Kept Laid Mouth Mouths Princes Quiet Refrained Rulers Speaking Stopped Talking WordsJump to Next Chief Covered Hand Hands Kept Laid Mouth Mouths Princes Quiet Refrained Rulers Speaking Stopped Talking WordsJob 29 1. Job bemoans his former prosperityThe princes refrained from speaking In the ancient Near Eastern context, princes were often seen as figures of authority and wisdom. Their refraining from speaking indicates a deep respect and acknowledgment of Job's wisdom and status. This silence can be compared to the reverence shown to wise leaders throughout the Bible, such as Solomon, whose wisdom was sought by many (1 Kings 4:34). The act of refraining from speaking also signifies humility and recognition of a greater authority, which is a recurring theme in the wisdom literature of the Bible. and covered their mouths with their hands. Persons / Places / Events 1. JobA man of great faith and integrity, known for his patience and endurance through suffering. In this chapter, Job is reflecting on his past status and the respect he commanded. 2. Princes These are the leaders or nobles of the community who held positions of authority and influence. Their act of refraining from speaking signifies the high regard they had for Job. 3. The Act of Covering the Mouth This was a cultural gesture of respect and silence, indicating that the person speaking (Job, in this case) had wisdom and authority that demanded attention. Teaching Points Respect for Godly WisdomJust as the princes showed respect for Job's wisdom, we should honor and seek out godly wisdom in our lives. This involves listening to those who have walked faithfully with God and have insights to share. The Power of Silence Silence can be a powerful tool in communication. It allows us to listen more effectively and shows respect for the speaker. In our interactions, we should practice being slow to speak and quick to listen. Influence Through Integrity Job's integrity and righteousness earned him respect and influence. As Christians, living a life of integrity can open doors for us to impact others positively and be a testimony of God's work in our lives. Cultural Expressions of Respect Understanding cultural expressions of respect, such as covering the mouth, can enhance our appreciation of biblical accounts and help us apply similar principles of respect in our own cultural contexts.(9) The princes retrained talking.--Comp. Isaiah 52:15.Verse 9. - The princes refrained talking. The other head-men of the tribe, recognizing Job's superior rank and dignity, refrained from words as soon as he made his appearance, and in silence awaited what he would say. Perhaps we are scarcely to understand literally the further statement that they laid their hand on their mouth, which is probably as much an idiom as our phrase, "they held their tongues "(comp. Job 21:5). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The princesשָׂ֭רִים (rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince refrained עָצְר֣וּ (‘ā·ṣə·rū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6113: To inclose, to hold back, to maintain, rule, assemble from speaking בְמִלִּ֑ים (ḇə·mil·lîm) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4405: A word, a discourse, a topic and covered יָשִׂ֥ימוּ (yā·śî·mū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7760: Put -- to put, place, set their mouths לְפִיהֶֽם׃ (lə·p̄î·hem) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to with their hands. וְ֝כַ֗ף (wə·ḵap̄) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan Links Job 29:9 NIVJob 29:9 NLT Job 29:9 ESV Job 29:9 NASB Job 29:9 KJV Job 29:9 BibleApps.com Job 29:9 Biblia Paralela Job 29:9 Chinese Bible Job 29:9 French Bible Job 29:9 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 29:9 The princes refrained from talking and laid (Jb) |
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