Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I will show no partiality, nor will I flatter anyone; New Living Translation I won’t play favorites or try to flatter anyone. English Standard Version I will not show partiality to any man or use flattery toward any person. Berean Standard Bible I will be partial to no one, nor will I flatter any man. King James Bible Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles unto man. New King James Version Let me not, I pray, show partiality to anyone; Nor let me flatter any man. New American Standard Bible “Let me be partial to no one, Nor flatter any man. NASB 1995 “Let me now be partial to no one, Nor flatter any man. NASB 1977 “Let me now be partial to no one; Nor flatter any man. Legacy Standard Bible Let me now be partial to no one, Nor flatter any man. Amplified Bible “I will not [I warn you] be partial to any man [that is, let my respect for you mitigate what I say]; Nor flatter any man. Christian Standard Bible I will be partial to no one, and I will not give anyone an undeserved title. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will be partial to no one, and I will not give anyone an undeserved title. American Standard Version Let me not, I pray you, respect any man's person; Neither will I give flattering titles unto any man. Contemporary English Version I don't know how to be unfair or to flatter anyone-- English Revised Version Let me not, I pray you, respect any man's person; neither will I give flattering titles unto any man. GOD'S WORD® Translation I won't be partial toward anyone or flatter anyone. Good News Translation I will not take sides in this debate; I am not going to flatter anyone. International Standard Version I won't discriminate against anyone, and I won't flatter any person, Majority Standard Bible I will be partial to no one, nor will I flatter any man. NET Bible I will not show partiality to anyone, nor will I confer a title on any man. New Heart English Bible Please do not let me respect any man's person, neither will I give flattering titles to any man. Webster's Bible Translation Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles to man. World English Bible Please don’t let me respect any man’s person, neither will I give flattering titles to any man. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionPlease do not let me accept the face of any, "" Nor give flattering titles to man, Young's Literal Translation Let me not, I pray you, accept the face of any, Nor unto man give flattering titles, Smith's Literal Translation Not now shall I lift up the face of man, and I shall not flatter to man. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI will not accept the person of man, and I will not level God with man. Catholic Public Domain Version I will not esteem the reputation of a man, and I will not equate God with man. New American Bible I would not be partial to anyone, nor give flattering titles to any. New Revised Standard Version I will not show partiality to any person or use flattery toward anyone. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI will not be partial toward any person, neither will I be ashamed of the presence of any one. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I shall not accept the face of a man, and I shall not be ashamed of the face of a man OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let me not, I pray you, respect any man's person; Neither will I give flattering titles unto any man. Brenton Septuagint Translation For truly I will not be awed because of man, nor indeed will I be confounded before a mortal. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elihu Rebukes Job's Three Friends…20I must speak and find relief; I must open my lips and respond. 21I will be partial to no one, nor will I flatter any man. 22For I do not know how to flatter, or my Maker would remove me in an instant.… Cross References Proverbs 24:23 These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. James 2:1 My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism. Galatians 1:10 Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. 1 Thessalonians 2:4 Instead, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, not in order to please men but God, who examines our hearts. Acts 10:34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, Romans 2:11 For God does not show favoritism. Ephesians 6:9 And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him. Colossians 3:25 Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism. Deuteronomy 1:17 Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God. And bring to me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.” 1 Peter 1:17 Since you call on a Father who judges each one’s work impartially, conduct yourselves in reverent fear during your stay as foreigners. Leviticus 19:15 You must not pervert justice; you must not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich; you are to judge your neighbor fairly. Matthew 22:16 They sent their disciples to Him along with the Herodians. “Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and that You teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You seek favor from no one, because You pay no attention to external appearance. Luke 20:21 “Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. 2 Chronicles 19:7 And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” Proverbs 28:21 To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread. Treasury of Scripture Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles to man. accept Job 13:8 Will ye accept his person? will ye contend for God? Job 34:19 How much less to him that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all are the work of his hands. Leviticus 19:15 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty: but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. flattering 2 Samuel 14:17,20 Then thine handmaid said, The word of my lord the king shall now be comfortable: for as an angel of God, so is my lord the king to discern good and bad: therefore the LORD thy God will be with thee… Acts 12:22,23 And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man… Acts 24:2,3 And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy providence, … Jump to Previous Accept Face Flatter Flattering Flattery Honour Names Partial Partiality Please Respect Show Titles UseJump to Next Accept Face Flatter Flattering Flattery Honour Names Partial Partiality Please Respect Show Titles UseJob 32 1. Elihu is angry with Job and his three friends6. Because wisdom comes not from age, he excuses the boldness of his youth 11. He reproves them for not satisfying Job 16. His zeal to speak I will be partial to no one This phrase reflects the speaker's commitment to impartiality, a principle deeply rooted in biblical teaching. In the context of Job, Elihu, the speaker, is introducing his discourse by emphasizing his intention to speak truthfully and without favoritism. This aligns with the biblical principle found in Deuteronomy 10:17, where God is described as showing no partiality. The cultural context of the time often involved favoritism, especially in legal and social matters, but Elihu's stance is a call to integrity and justice, reflecting God's character. nor will I flatter any man Persons / Places / Events 1. ElihuA young man who speaks after Job's three friends have finished their discourse. He is introduced in Job 32 and claims to speak with wisdom given by God, offering a fresh perspective on Job's suffering. 2. Job The central figure of the book, a man of great faith and integrity who undergoes severe trials and suffering. His account raises questions about the nature of suffering and divine justice. 3. Job's Friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who attempt to explain Job's suffering through traditional wisdom, often suggesting that it is a result of sin. 4. The Land of Uz The setting of the Book of Job, a place of ancient wisdom and prosperity, yet also a place where Job experiences profound loss and suffering. 5. God's Sovereignty A central theme in the Book of Job, highlighting God's ultimate authority and wisdom, which surpass human understanding. Teaching Points Impartiality in JudgmentElihu's declaration to be impartial serves as a reminder for believers to judge situations and people without bias, reflecting God's just nature. Avoiding Flattery Flattery can lead to deceit and manipulation. Christians are called to speak truthfully and lovingly, avoiding insincere praise that seeks personal gain. Wisdom from God Elihu claims his wisdom is from God, encouraging believers to seek divine wisdom through prayer and scripture rather than relying solely on human understanding. Courage to Speak Truth Elihu's boldness in speaking truth, despite his youth, encourages believers to stand firm in their convictions and speak truthfully, even when it is unpopular. God's Approval Over Man's Elihu's focus on God's approval rather than man's serves as a model for Christians to prioritize God's standards over societal pressures.Verse 21. - Let me not, I pray you, accept any man's person. Elihu hopes that, in what he is about to say, he will not permit himself to be swayed by any personal bias; that he will neither unduly favour the upper classes nor the vulgar (see Professor Lee, on the difference between אישׁ and אדם 'Book of Job,' p. 444), but will treat all fairly and equitably. Neither let me (he says) give flattering titles unto man. Professor Lee observes on this: "The Oriental practice of giving long and fulsome titles is too well known to need anything beyond the mere mention of the fact." Elihu certainly, in the whole of his address, flatters no one. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew I will be partialאֶשָּׂ֣א (’eś·śā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take to no אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not one, אִ֑ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person nor will לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no I flatter אֲכַנֶּֽה׃ (’ă·ḵan·neh) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 3655: To address by an additional name, to eulogize any man. אָ֝דָ֗ם (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being Links Job 32:21 NIVJob 32:21 NLT Job 32:21 ESV Job 32:21 NASB Job 32:21 KJV Job 32:21 BibleApps.com Job 32:21 Biblia Paralela Job 32:21 Chinese Bible Job 32:21 French Bible Job 32:21 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 32:21 Please don't let me respect any man's (Jb) |
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