What is the meaning of Job 34:10? Therefore listen to me Elihu’s opening words demand attention. He is calling everyone present to pause and receive instruction that comes from reverence for God’s revealed truth. • “Listen” isn’t a polite suggestion; it’s a summons, much like “Hear, O Israel” in Deuteronomy 6:4. • Scripture consistently associates attentive hearing with wisdom. “Let the wise listen and gain instruction” (Proverbs 1:5). • The New Testament echoes the same posture: “Everyone should be quick to listen” (James 1:19). When God speaks through His Word, the only right response is focused, humble listening. O men of understanding Elihu addresses those presumed to possess discernment—people who should already know God’s character. • True “understanding” begins with the fear of the LORD (Proverbs 9:10; Psalm 111:10). • It is more than intellect; it is moral perception that aligns with God’s own wisdom (1 Corinthians 2:15-16). • By singling out “men of understanding,” Elihu highlights accountability: if you claim insight, you must judge rightly about God. Far be it from God to do wrong Here is the central affirmation: God’s nature is pure, incapable of wrongdoing. • “He is the Rock; His work is perfect, for all His ways are justice” (Deuteronomy 32:4). • Habakkuk testifies, “Your eyes are too pure to look on evil” (Habakkuk 1:13). • James assures believers, “God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone” (James 1:13). Because God is holy, any charge that He might err—no matter how deep our pain—must be rejected as impossible. And from the Almighty to act unjustly Elihu doubles down: not only does God avoid wrongdoing, He never perverts justice. • Abraham argued from this unchanging standard: “Will not the Judge of all the earth do right?” (Genesis 18:25). • “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne” (Psalm 89:14). • The heavenly song rejoices, “Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations” (Revelation 15:3). The title “Almighty” (Shaddai) reminds us that unlimited power is wedded to flawless righteousness; divine sovereignty is never arbitrary or cruel. summary Job 34:10 insists that the living God is, by essence, incapable of any wrongdoing or injustice. Elihu challenges every listener—especially those who consider themselves discerning—to tune their hearts to this unshakable truth. In seasons of suffering or confusion, the believer anchors confidence here: God is always right, always just, and never errs. A proper understanding of His character guards us from accusing Him and steadies us with worshipful trust. |
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