And so, Elihu listened and listened and listened. So, as we’re trying to figure out what to make of this new character, we need to note that his motives are described in positive terms. “I am young in years, and you are very old; So, the net effect of Job’s speeches has been to make himself look good – and that basically leaves God looking bad. i. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience. Therefore I say, “Listen to me, I also will declare my opinion”: From this request for the attention and ear of Job, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, we can assume that there were sour and disdainful faces on the older men. He didn’t commit any sin worthy of the suffering that he’s receiving. Bible Commentary Job 32:2-33:33. Job 32:3 Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. More years = more wisdom, or at least it should. Let me not, I pray, show partiality to anyone; You can also change some of your preferences. Divers of Job's friends were present, that came … Why Elihu spoke. Is it God – who is almost senselessly – probably even incorrectly – bringing suffering into Job’s life? What I mean by that is we might witness ourselves or others being blessed and we assume that the cause for that blessing is that we somehow pleased God and that obliged him to do something good for us. Notice it appears in Job 32:1,6,12,15,16,17,20. (Job 9:32 RSV) In Hebrew, his words are literally, Would that there were an umpire between us, oh that there were a daysman, a mediator between us who might lay his hand upon us both. With a UCG.org account you will be able to save items to read and study later! Job 22-26 24 Job 27-31 26 Job 32-37 29 Job 38-40:5 31 Job 40:6-42:17 34 . It is by far the longest single speech in the Book of Job, longer than even God’s speech in later chapters. Why does Elihu feel the boldness to speak out in the presence of men who are so much older than he is? It is ready to burst like new wineskins. II. 4 Now Elihu [had waited/waited] [till Job had spoken/to speak to Job/before speaking to Job], 32) Man Should Listen to God (ch. Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. But Job is done talking and so are the friends. Others had been present. They still thought that Job was completely wrong, but they felt he was so confirmed in his own opinions (he was righteous in his own eyes) that it was useless to keep the discussion going. “His pedigree is this particularly described, partly for his honour… and principally to evidence the truth of this history, which otherwise might seem to be but a poetical fiction.” (Poole), iii. (15-22)1-5 Job's friends were silenced, but not convinced. He reproves them. b. And so, Elihu is afraid that these friends were planning to abdicate what he views to be their responsibility to answer Job. 2 Then the wrath of Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram, was aroused against Job; his wrath was aroused because he justified himself rather than God. 2 Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God. Commentary on Job 32:1-5. That his mind was full of this matter, and it would be a refreshment to him to give it vent, Job 32:18-20. So, God ultimately is the narrator of this story. He reproves them. it is ready to burst like new [bottles/wineskins]. The practical form it takes is this: that, while the old man may stand by some stupid custom, the young man always attacks it with some theory that turns out to be equally stupid.”, ii. But I don’t think that Elihu is trying to be insulting. Nor let me flatter any man. Elihu enters into the debate to break the impasse (Job 32:1–22) 2. What they think. Week 6. Yet Elihu pressed forward, asking for this audience. I too will declare my opinion. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. Elihu felt that Job was more concerned about being right himself than God being right. That he was resolved to speak impartially, Job 32:21,22. He’s righteous. The following cookies are also needed - You can choose if you want to allow them: You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page. because [they/the others] were [elder/years older/older] than he. For I do not know how to flatter, else my Maker would soon take me away: Elihu was determined to flatter no man, except himself. THE INTRODUCTION ( IN PROSE) OF ELIHU. And if those around you are thinking right – that kind of behavior might make them angry – like Elihu. Else my Maker would soon take me away.”. i. ‘There is a spirit in man!’ Open your spirit to the divine Spirit as you open a window to the sunny air.” (Meyer). b. Of all the friends of Job, Elihu is the only one with a genealogy. Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. Elihu shows some of the strengths and weaknesses of his youth. 2 [Then/But] [was kindled the wrath of/the anger of … burned/became very angry] Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the [kindred/family] of Ram: Now, we’re given a short genealogy of this man. So, Elihu portrays himself as one who is just bursting to speak and say what he thinks and what he knows. And in the process, he’s sort of called into question God’s rightness in his situation. But finally, they’re done and they have nothing left to say. I [gave ear/listened/listened closely] to your [reasons/reasonings/wise thoughts], When we experience things that make no sense to us and that are painful and irritating – our response to that suffering can reflect poorly on the God who is wisely bringing the suffering into our life. Otherwise, if he’s speaking to the friends, it’s a little strange to have a person speak of you in the third person when you’re standing right in front of him. (6-14) He speaks without partiality. A Chronological Daily Bible Study of the Old Testament 7-Day Sections with a Summary-Commentary, Discussion Questions, and a Practical Daily Application. And so, Job 32 picks right up from there. But you do have something to say. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. You can check these in your browser security settings. And so, Elihu is rightfully angry at Job. And the author informs us that as Job finishes his last speech, so too do his friends. So, it will be interesting to hear what he actually has to say. And to apply this to our lives, I think we need to note that what we say and how we behave during our times of suffering can reflect poorly on our God. Job 35 Commentary: Sometimes we get the idea that God reacts to our sin or righteousness in predictable ways that make sense to us.. We might look at the effect and assume the cause. And the breath of the Almighty gives him understanding. Job has been justifying himself – proclaiming that he’s not guilty of any sort of crime that would call for the punishment that he’s been experiencing. c. Great men are not always wise, nor do the aged always understand justice: We can only imagine the reaction from Job and his three friends at these words of Elihu. (Job 32) 1 So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. 19 Behold, [my belly is/inside I am] as wine which hath no [vent/outlet]; [but stood still/because they stop/because they stand there], 12 [Yea, I/I even/Now I was] [attended/paid close attention/was paying close attention] unto you. Elihu is afraid that they’ll just let God do what in his mind they should actually be doing. “Age is no just measure of wisdom. Job 32:8 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Job 32:8, NIV: "But it is the spirit in a person, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding." Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refuseing them will have impact how our site functions. So these three men ceased answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes, Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram, Then the wrath of Elihu… was aroused against Job, Also against his three friends his wrath was aroused, Because they were years older than he, Elihu had waited to speak to Job, I am young in years, and you are very old, But there is a spirit in man, and the breath of the Almighty gives him understanding, Great men are not always wise, nor do the aged always understand justice, Therefore I say, “Listen to me, I also will declare my opinion”, Surely not one of you convinced Job, or answered his words, They are dismayed and answer no more; words escape them, For I am full of words; the spirit within me compels me, Let me not, I pray, show partiality to anyone; nor let me flatter any man. I said, ‘Age should speak, That he had patiently heard all they had to say, Job 32:11-13. Job 32:2 Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God. Coffman Commentaries on the Bible. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. 6 ¶ [And/So] Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite [answered and said/spoke out and said/spoke up]. This was the point on which Job was particularly vulnerable, and which Elihu very properly clears up. OK, so your wisdom is not just a natural thing. So these three men ceased answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. So, Elihu goes on to state that he’s not going to give the same answers to Job as these friends have done. Now, there’s a sense in which being righteous in one’s own eyes is roundly condemned in Scripture. He’s also angry with Job’s friends. Elihu was justly displeased with Job, as more anxious to clear his own character than the justice and goodness of God. He believes Job’s excessive talking is an act of rebellion against God (Job 32-37). 1. He’s simply speaking truth as he sees it. “The Buzite he is called, either from his progenitor Buz, the son of Nahor, who was the brother of Abraham, and had by Milchah, Huz, his firstborn (of whom some think Job came), and Buz, his brother, Genesis 22:21; or else from his country, the city of Buz, a city of Idumea, Jeremiah 25:23.” (Trapp), ii. And I’m not sure who Elihu is addressing this to. and [multitude of years/increased years/length of years] should [teach/make … known] wisdom. I must open my lips and answer. God is the one who grants wisdom and understanding by his spirit. Introduction (ch. E. The Speeches of Elihu (Job 32:1–37:24) 1. Whoever may have written the book of Job – perhaps Solomon – the doctrine of the Inspiration of Scripture teaches us that ultimately it was the Spirit of God who worked through the authors of Scripture to pen exactly what God wanted to be communicated. 32:1 So these three men refused to answer Job further, because he was righteous in his own eyes. But this Scriptural answer will not satisfy those who are determined to find out mysteries where there are none. I also will answer my part, Commentary for Job 32 . Commentaries for Job Chapter 32 Elihu is displeased at the dispute between Job and his friends. The stage is clear, for Job and his three friends have sat down, and neither he nor they have any thing more to say; it is therefore very seasonable for a moderator to interpose, and Elihu is the man. Such long introductions and wordy methods are characteristic of Elihu, and he was not the last man on this earth to use too many words. The stage is clear, for Job and his three friends have sat down, and neither he nor they have any thing more to say; it is therefore very seasonable for a moderator to interpose, and Elihu is the man. And what these men have demonstrated is that even though they are the oldest – they are not the wisest. Now, just like the three friends, if what Elihu thinks is not what God thinks, then it’s ultimately not going to be helpful. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. Hence Elihu's conclusion - Job 32:8. Or is it the innocent suffering Job that comes out of this looking good? They could not see or understand how both were right. Job's friends were silenced, but not convinced... View the entire commentary. [and/but] ye are [very old/elderly]; [wherefore/therefore/that is why] I was [afraid/shy/fearful], Also against his three friends his wrath was aroused, because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. 32:1-5 Job's friends were silenced, but not convinced. The name is Hebrew, and its signification, My-God-is-He, is as clearly Hebrew as that of some names of analogous meaning in our own language.” (Bradley), iv. 13 [Lest ye should/Do not/So do not] say. Job: Patience in Suffering 2 Lessons by Rob Harbison INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION Lesson 1 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Author: Anonymous. Matthew Henry :: Commentary on Job 32 ← Back to Matthew Henry's Bio & Resources. I will answer [also/too] my [part/share], Changes will take effect once you reload the page. Indeed I waited for your words, [because/for] [he justified/justifying] himself [rather than/before] God. THE FIRST OF ELIHU'S SIX-CHAPTER SPEECH. No. (1-5) He reproves them. ii. No – a person needs God’s spirit for wisdom. Job 32:8, KJV: "But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding." Elihu was justly displeased with Job, as more anxious to clear his own character than the justice and goodness of God. Angry with Job justifying himself rather than God, and by the inability of Job's friends to provide an answer, Elihu feels compelled to speak (32:1-33:7). I [also/too] will [shew/tell/explain] [mine opinion/what I know]. There are beardless sages and greyheaded children.” (Trapp), iii. In Chapter 32, we have several reasons to … We just hear his getting us ready for his argument. And when it comes down to it, Elihu is full of things to say! But there is a spirit in man, Commentary on Elihu and Job (Chapter 32 and 33) by Craig Truglia. Lest you say, ‘We have found wisdom’; 9 Not the great in years are wise, And the aged do not understand what is right. St-Takla.org > bible > commentary > en > all > ot > job Contact St-Takla.org website You can contact us through this form, or directly through mobile/WhatsApp: 002 01287627004 (Michael Ghaly). Elihu charges Job with presumption in criticizing God, not recognizing that God may have a loving purpose, even in allowing Job to suffer (Job 33:1–33) 3. He speaks without partiality. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. Now because they were years older than he, Elihu had waited to speak to Job. [neither/nor/and so … not] will I [answer/reply to] him with your [speeches/arguments]. Commentary on Job 31:24-32 (Read Job 31:24-32) Job protests, 1. But at the beginning (Job 32) and at the end (Job 37), they are skillfully woven into the fabric of the book and made to play a legitimate role.” (Smick), v. “But still the question has been asked, Who was Elihu? Some make him a descendant of Judah; Jerome, Bede, Lyranus, and some of the rabbis, make him Balaam the son of Beor, the magician; Bishop Warburton makes him Ezra the scribe; and Dr. Hodges makes him the second person in the glorious Trinity, the Lord Jesus Christ, and supposes that the chief scope of this part of the book was to convict Job of self-righteousness, and to show the necessity of the doctrine of justification by faith! Chapter 32. When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, his wrath was aroused. For I am full of words; the spirit within me compels me: Elihu certainly was full of words; for this and the next five chapters he will drone on and on, unable to shut up and unable to let anyone else speak. And of course, this would have been insulting to these men who have just been trying to understand God’s ways and have failed miserably at it. I’m going to speak!’” (Smick). I listened to your reasonings, while you searched out what to say. We need 2 cookies to store this setting. In Chapter 32 we come to a rather sudden and unexpected turn in the development of the book of Job. He hasn’t even gotten to the real points he wants to make. There is a spirit in a man: “So the sense of the place is, Every man, as a man, whether old or young, hath a reasonable soul, by which he is able in some measure to discern between good and evil, and to judge of men’s opinions and discourses; and therefore I also may venture to deliver my opinion.” (Poole), ii. (Job 9:32-33) That is the cry of a heart that recognizes that God is higher and greater and richer and holier than man, and man can't reach him. And it likely took place around Edom – outside of and to the southeast of Israel. ([for/because/but because] they [spake not/do not speak], Others had been present. So I will not answer him with your words.”. Nevertheless, we can say that in principle Elihu was correct. Job 32 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. “Buzite”: Elihu’s ancestry was traced to the Arabian tribe of Buz (Jer. And so, this is now where the narrator hands it off to Elihu. Job 32:8, ESV: "But it is the spirit in man, the breath of the Almighty, that makes him understand." Sunday (Job 32 – 34:30) V. The Speeches of Elihu (32:1-37:24). And as that’s been happening – who’s coming out of it looking good? i. “How young he was, or how old they were, we cannot tell; but there was no doubt a great disparity in their ages.” (Clarke), So Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, answered and said: 21 [Let me not, I pray you,/I will not] [accept any man's person/show partiality to anyone], 15 They [were amazed/are dismayed], And that’s why Elihu enters the picture and is angry with Job and his three friends. Well, that’s the situation that the biblical character Elihu finds himself in – in the 32nd chapter of the book of Job. c. Then the wrath of Elihu… was aroused against Job: Apparently, Elihu was a silent listener at the whole dialogue up to this point. Some account of him, his parentage, his presence at this dispute, and his sentiments concerning it . Elihu professes to speak by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and corrects both parties... View the entire commentary. Chapter 32. There is, however, a deeper and truer method. [whilst ye searched out/while you pondered/while you were searching for] [what to say/words]. For I am full of words; He was angry against Job because he felt that Job justified himself rather than God. Surely not one of you convinced Job, or answered his words: Elihu was frustrated because Job’s friends didn’t put him in his place the way he thought they should. [and, behold,/Indeed/yet] there was [none of you/no one] [that convinced/who refuted/proving … wrong] Job, Elihu is displeased at the dispute between Job and his friends. JOB 32. And surely not one of you convinced Job, b. Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram: This is the first mention of Elihu in the Book of Job. a. And yet, the time has come for Elihu to speak. and [durst not/afraid to] [shew/tell/explain to] you [mine opinion/what I think/what I know]. And he’s planning to find relief by opening his mouth and letting out all of the thoughts that he thinks will be helpful for the situation. JOB 32 COMME TARY EDITED BY GLE PEASE Elihu 1 So these three men stopped answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. They couldn’t figure out God’s ways. i. Click on the different category headings to find out more. And dared not declare my opinion to you. So, Elihu assures us all that what he says is not motivated by his favoritism toward Job to the detriment of his friends or vice versa. In the mind of Elihu, it was fortunate that he had so much energy and so many words, because now he could start where the three friends had left off. I [also/too/, even I,] will [shew/tell/explain] [mine opinion/what I think/what I know]. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts. Words escape them. Nor do the aged always understand justice.”. But even though Job is viewing himself as righteous – that doesn’t settle anything. Elihu enters into the debate to break the impasse (Job 32:1–22) 2. They are dismayed and answer no more; words escape them: Elihu noted that Job’s friends were exhausted by the debate. And multitude of years should teach wisdom.’ God took no notice of him except to interrupt him.” (Morgan). Login or Create an Account. Now the man himself will speak. And we’ve witnessed that. 5 [When/And when/But when] Elihu saw that [there was no answer in the mouth of these three men/these three men had no further reply], [then his wrath was kindled/his anger burned/he became very angry]. 9 [Great men/The abundant in years/It is … the aged who] [are not always/may not be] wise: Posted on Apr 6, 2005 by Beyond Today Editor Estimated reading time: 10 minutes. Center for Biblical Theology and Eschatology. All of them tried to prove Job wrong but none was able to do it convincingly. Chapter 32. 35) Man Must Focus on God's Wisdom and Power (ch. [they left off speaking/words fail them/they have nothing left to say]. But for Job here, this seems to be saying that he simply is viewing himself as God was viewing him. Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he … 8 Still the spirit, it is in mortal man, And the breath of the Almighty, that giveth them understanding. 32:1 "answering" The verb (BDB 772 I, KB 851) is the standard way in the book to introduce a response by another person. Yet what he did not understand was that both Job and God were right. 3. 8 But [there/it] is a spirit in [man/people]: And I have waited, because they did not speak, They were probably united together for the first time in a long time; they might not agree with each other, but they certainly all would disagree that this young upstart could be wiser or have more understanding than they did. Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. The thinker and writer G.K. Chesterson wrote this about men like Elihu: “I believe what really happens in history is this: the old man is always wrong; and the young people are always wrong about what is wrong with him. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. and [answered/answer] no more[;)/?/,]. “We have been trying to know God by the intellect, by reading the Bible intellectually, by endeavouring to apprehend human systems. Therefore I was afraid, We can easily understand how Elihu felt this. c. Let me not, I pray, show partiality to anyone; nor let me flatter any man. Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. But Elihu is now coming to find out that it’s not just the age of a person that makes him wise. the spirit within me constraineth me. b. Job 32:2 "Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God." This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. “Almost all modern interpreters have found Elihu to be insufferably wordy. 32 So these three men stopped answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. But you do have something to say. So, what is the narrator saying made Elihu angry with Job? (Job 9:32-33) That is the cry of a heart that recognizes that God is higher and … 18 For I am full of [matter/words], He believed that he could be an effective spokesman for Job before God, even as Job had cried out for before (Job 9:32-33). For I do not know how to flatter, E. The Speeches of Elihu (Job 32:1–37:24) 1. 34) Man Cannot Manipulate God to Accomplish His Own Selfish Desires (ch. Because he appears, dominates all discussion and then abruptly leaves, some modern commentators think that he wasn’t really part of the story and was inserted into the account later by the author or another editor. They were leveling false accusations against a man that they knew to be righteous. And what the narrator says is unquestionably right. But this information makes it possible that Job’s story took place even within the life of Abraham or shortly thereafter. 1 So these three men ceased answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. Hence Elihu's conclusion - Job 32:8. That’s not why he was suffering – because of his sin. 14 [Now he hath not directed/For he has not arranged/Job has not directed] his words [against/to] me: Then Elihu is going to rehearse what we heard at the beginning of this chapter – that the friends couldn’t find an answer for Job and so they stopped talking. Elihu professes to speak by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and corrects both parties... View the entire commentary. Elihu charges Job with presumption in criticizing God, not recognizing that God may have a loving purpose, even in allowing Job to suffer (Job 33:1–33) 3. “Four times in the Hebrew text we are told that he was angry. First at Job for justifying himself rather than God and then at the friends because of their inability to refute Job.” (Smick), iii. Great men are not always wise, Your email address will not be published. Job 32 – Hearing from Elihu A. d. Also against his three friends his wrath was aroused: Elihu was also angry at Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar because they had failed to solve the controversy (they had found no answer), while at the same time they were (in Elihu’s opinion) too harsh against Job (and yet had condemned Job). How few prosperous professors can appeal to the Lord, that they have not rejoiced because their gains were great! 22 For I know not to give [flattering/honorary] titles; But it’s not just Job with whom Elihu is angry. And Elihu can do at least that much. [and thereby flatter him…]. And in this case, the narrator is ultimately God. Add to my study list. 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