Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now Elihu had waited before speaking to Job because they were older than he. New Living Translation Elihu had waited for the others to speak to Job because they were older than he. English Standard Version Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were older than he. Berean Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because the others were older than he. King James Bible Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he. New King James Version Now because they were years older than he, Elihu had waited to speak to Job. New American Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were years older than he. NASB 1995 Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were years older than he. NASB 1977 Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were years older than he. Legacy Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited with his words for Job because they were years older than he. Amplified Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because the others were years older than he. Christian Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were all older than he. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because they were all older than he. American Standard Version Now Elihu had waited to speak unto Job, because they were elder than he. Contemporary English Version Elihu was younger than these three, and he let them speak first. English Revised Version Now Elihu had waited to speak unto Job, because they were elder than he. GOD'S WORD® Translation Elihu waited as they spoke to Job because they were older than he was. Good News Translation Because Elihu was the youngest one there, he had waited until everyone finished speaking. International Standard Version Elihu waited to have a word with Job, since the others were older than he, Majority Standard Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because the others were older than he. NET Bible Now Elihu had waited before speaking to Job, because the others were older than he was. New Heart English Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job, because they were elder than he. Webster's Bible Translation Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken because they were older than he. World English Bible Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job, because they were elder than he. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Elihu has waited earnestly beside Job with words, for they are older than he in days. Young's Literal Translation And Elihu hath waited earnestly beside Job with words, for they are older than he in days. Smith's Literal Translation And Elihu waited for Job in words, for they were old for days above him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo Eliu waited while Job was speaking, because they were his elders that were speaking. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, Eliu waited while Job was talking, for these were his elders that were speaking. New American Bible But since these men were older than he, Elihu bided his time before addressing Job. New Revised Standard Version Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job, because they were older than he. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow Elihu had waited to correct Job with words, because the other men were older than he. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Elihu rebuked Job with words, because they were older than he in days OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Elihu had waited to speak unto Job, because they were older than he. Brenton Septuagint Translation But Elius had forborne to give an answer to Job, because they were older than he. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elihu Rebukes Job's Three Friends…3and he burned with anger against Job’s three friends because they had failed to refute Job, and yet had condemned him. 4Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job because the others were older than he. 5But when he saw that the three men had no further reply, his anger was kindled.… Cross References Proverbs 18:13 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him. James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, Proverbs 29:20 Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him. Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few. Proverbs 15:28 The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions. Proverbs 10:19 When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise. Proverbs 17:27 A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. James 3:1-2 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. / We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. Proverbs 12:23 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly. Proverbs 13:3 He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin. Proverbs 14:29 A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly. Proverbs 16:32 He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city. James 1:26 If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless. Ecclesiastes 7:9 Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of a fool. Treasury of Scripture Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he. waited till Job had spoken. Job 32:11,12 Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say… Proverbs 18:13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him. elder. Jump to Previous Earnestly Elder Elihu Eli'hu Finished Job Kept Older Quiet Speak Speaking Talking Waited WordsJump to Next Earnestly Elder Elihu Eli'hu Finished Job Kept Older Quiet Speak Speaking Talking Waited WordsJob 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 Now Elihu had waited to speak to Job Elihu's introduction marks a shift in the dialogue of the Book of Job. His waiting signifies respect for the elders, a cultural norm in ancient Near Eastern societies where age was associated with wisdom. Elihu's patience also reflects a biblical principle seen in Proverbs 18:13, which emphasizes listening before speaking. His entrance into the conversation suggests a new perspective, as he is not one of Job's three friends, indicating a fresh voice in the narrative. because the others were older than he. Persons / Places / Events 1. ElihuA young man who enters the dialogue in the Book of Job. He is the son of Barakel the Buzite, from the family of Ram. Elihu is notable for his youth and his boldness in speaking after Job's three friends have finished their discourse. 2. Job The central figure of the Book of Job, a man known for his righteousness and suffering. Job's account is a profound exploration of faith, suffering, and divine justice. 3. Job's Three Friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who have been engaging in a lengthy dialogue with Job, attempting to explain his suffering through traditional wisdom. 4. The Setting The dialogue takes place in the land of Uz, where Job resides. The setting is a gathering where Job and his friends are discussing the reasons for his suffering. 5. The Event Elihu's decision to wait before speaking, showing respect for the age and presumed wisdom of Job's three friends, but eventually feeling compelled to offer his own perspective. Teaching Points Respect for EldersElihu's initial decision to wait before speaking demonstrates a respect for the wisdom and experience of those older than him. In our own lives, we should value and seek the counsel of those who have walked the path before us. The Role of Youth in Wisdom Elihu's eventual boldness in speaking reminds us that wisdom is not confined to age. Young people can offer valuable insights and should be encouraged to share their perspectives in a respectful manner. The Importance of Listening Elihu's example teaches us the importance of listening fully before responding. This allows us to understand the situation better and respond with wisdom and discernment. Courage to Speak Truth Despite his youth, Elihu felt compelled to speak when he believed the truth was not being fully addressed. We should have the courage to speak up when necessary, guided by the Holy Spirit and grounded in Scripture. Balancing Respect and Boldness Elihu's approach shows a balance between respecting others and being bold in sharing one's convictions. This balance is crucial in maintaining healthy and constructive dialogues.(4) Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken.--Literally, Had waited in words for or regarding Job; that is, as some understand it, had waited to speak unto Job, or, more probably, had waited till the argument was closed to declare his opinion with reference to Job. The line taken by Elihu is an intermediate one, and is neither that of Job nor his friends. He admits the integrity of Job--or, at least, he does not deny it--although he uses very strong expressions as to the course which Job has adopted (Job 34:7-9; Job 34:35-37); but he considers that the Divine afflictions have a disciplinary object, and that they may be sent because God has discerned the seeds of unfaithfulness and defection in the sufferer; and this may serve to explain their purpose in the case of Job. He has very lofty ideas of the righteousness of God (Job 34:10, &c.), and of His power and majesty (Job 37:22). He holds that with regard to the Almighty we cannot find Him out, but that we may safely trust His mercy and His justice. This is the position to which he leads Job when the Lord answers him out of the whirlwind.Verse 4. - Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken; rather, to speak to Job (see the Revised Version) He had waited impatiently until the three special "friends" had said their say, and be might come forward without manifest presumption. Because they were elder than he. (On the respect paid to age at this time in the land wherein Job lived, see the comment on Job 29:8.) Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now Elihuוֶֽאֱלִיה֗וּ (we·’ĕ·lî·hū) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 453: Elihu -- 'He is (my) God', five Israelites had waited חִכָּ֣ה (ḥik·kāh) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2442: To adhere to, to await to speak בִּדְבָרִ֑ים (biḏ·ḇā·rîm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause to Job אִ֭יּוֹב (’î·yō·wḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 347: Job -- a patriarch because כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the others הֵ֖מָּה (hêm·māh) Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They were older זְֽקֵנִים־ (zə·qê·nîm-) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2205: Old than he. מִמֶּ֣נּוּ (mim·men·nū) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of Links Job 32:4 NIVJob 32:4 NLT Job 32:4 ESV Job 32:4 NASB Job 32:4 KJV Job 32:4 BibleApps.com Job 32:4 Biblia Paralela Job 32:4 Chinese Bible Job 32:4 French Bible Job 32:4 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 32:4 Now Elihu had waited to speak (Jb) |
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