Job 21:2
Job 21:2 in Multiple Translations
“Listen carefully to my words; let this be your consolation to me.
Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations.
Hear diligently my speech; And let this be your consolations.
Give attention with care to my words; and let this be your comfort.
“Please listen carefully to what I say—that would be one comfort you could give me.
Heare diligently my wordes, and this shalbe in stead of your consolations.
Hear ye diligently my word, And this is your consolation.
“Listen diligently to my speech. Let this be your consolation.
Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations.
Hear, I beseech you, my words, and do penance.
“Listen to what I say, all three of you; that is the only thing that you can do that will comfort me.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 21:2
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Job 21:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שִׁמְע֣וּ
שָׁ֭מוֹעַ
מִלָּתִ֑/י
וּ/תְהִי
זֹ֝֗את
תַּנְח֥וּמֹֽתֵי/כֶֽם
שִׁמְע֣וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
שָׁ֭מוֹעַ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Ptc
מִלָּתִ֑/י
millâh
H4405
speech
N-fs | Suff
וּ/תְהִי
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-Juss-3fs
זֹ֝֗את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
תַּנְח֥וּמֹֽתֵי/כֶֽם
tanchûwm
H8575
consolation
N-cp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 21:2
שִׁמְע֣וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
שָׁ֭מוֹעַ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Ptc
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
מִלָּתִ֑/י
millâh
H4405
"speech"
N-fs | Suff
This Hebrew word means a word or speech, and can also refer to a topic or subject. It's used in the Bible to describe what people say or talk about.
Definition: word, speech, utterance Aramaic equivalent: mil.lah (מִלָּה "word" H4406)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] answer, by-word, matter, any thing (what) to say, to speak(-ing), speak, talking, word. See also: 2 Samuel 23:2; Job 30:9; Psalms 19:5.
וּ/תְהִי
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-Juss-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
זֹ֝֗את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
תַּנְח֥וּמֹֽתֵי/כֶֽם
tanchûwm
H8575
"consolation"
N-cp | Suff
This Hebrew word means comfort or solace, like the consolation God gives to those who mourn, as seen in Isaiah 61:2. It's about finding peace in difficult times. The Bible often talks about God's comfort.
Definition: consolation(s)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: comfort, consolation. See also: Job 15:11; Psalms 94:19; Isaiah 66:11.
Study Notes — Job 21:2
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- Context
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- Job 21:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 21:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 21:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 21:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 21:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 21:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 21:2
- Cambridge Bible on Job 21:2
- Barnes' Notes on Job 21:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 21:2
- Sermons on Job 21:2
Context — Job: God Will Punish the Wicked
1Then Job answered:
2“Listen carefully to my words; let this be your consolation to me.
3Bear with me while I speak; then, after I have spoken, you may go on mocking. 4Is my complaint against a man? Then why should I not be impatient?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 2:1 | We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. |
| 2 | Job 34:2 | “Hear my words, O wise men; give ear to me, O men of learning. |
| 3 | Job 15:11 | Are the consolations of God not enough for you, even words spoken gently to you? |
| 4 | Judges 9:7 | When this was reported to Jotham, he climbed to the top of Mount Gerizim, raised his voice, and cried out: “Listen to me, O leaders of Shechem, and may God listen to you. |
| 5 | Job 13:3–4 | Yet I desire to speak to the Almighty and argue my case before God. You, however, smear with lies; you are all worthless physicians. |
| 6 | Job 33:1 | “But now, O Job, hear my speech, and listen to all my words. |
| 7 | Job 33:31–33 | Pay attention, Job, and listen to me; be silent, and I will speak. But if you have something to say, answer me; speak up, for I would like to vindicate you. But if not, then listen to me; be quiet, and I will teach you wisdom.” |
| 8 | Job 16:2 | “I have heard many things like these; miserable comforters are you all. |
| 9 | Job 18:2 | “How long until you end these speeches? Show some sense, and then we can talk. |
| 10 | Isaiah 55:2 | Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods. |
Job 21:2 Summary
[In this verse, Job is asking his friends to listen carefully to what he has to say, and he hopes that this will bring him some comfort. This is a reminder that sometimes, all someone needs is for someone to listen to them, as seen in Proverbs 17:17. Job wants his friends to understand his perspective and offer support, just as God listens to our prayers and offers comfort in times of need, as stated in Psalm 34:17. By listening to others, we can show them that we care and are willing to support them, just as Job desired from his friends.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Job asking his friends to do in this verse?
Job is asking his friends to listen carefully to his words, which will be a consolation to him, as seen in Job 21:2. This is similar to how God wants us to listen to His words, as stated in Deuteronomy 8:3.
Why does Job need consolation from his friends?
Job needs consolation because he has been suffering greatly and feels misunderstood by his friends, as expressed in Job 19:21. He hopes that by listening to his words, they will understand his perspective and offer comfort.
Is Job being defensive or aggressive in this verse?
Job is not being aggressive, but rather, he is asking his friends to bear with him while he speaks, as seen in Job 21:3. This shows that Job values his relationships with his friends and wants to communicate openly with them, much like the Apostle Paul's approach in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4.
How can we apply Job's request to our own lives?
We can apply Job's request by being willing to listen to others, especially those who are hurting or struggling, as encouraged in James 1:19. By doing so, we can offer comfort and consolation, just as Job desired from his friends.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show others that I am truly listening to them, just as Job asked his friends to do?
- How can I balance the need to express my own thoughts and feelings with the need to listen to others, as seen in Job's conversation with his friends?
- In what ways can I offer consolation to those around me who are suffering, just as Job desired from his friends?
- What can I learn from Job's example about the importance of communication and relationships in times of suffering?
Gill's Exposition on Job 21:2
Hear diligently my speech,.... The following oration or discourse he was about to deliver concerning the prosperity of wicked men; to which he desires their closest attention, that they might the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 21:2
Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations. Consolations.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 21:2
Or, this shall be your consolations, i.e. I shall accept of your patient and diligent attention to me, instead of all those consolations which you owed to me in this condition, and which I expected from you.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 21:2
Job 21:2 Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your consolations.Ver. 2. Hear diligently my speech] Heb. In hearing hear. The Greek hath it, Hear, hear; that is, hear me out, have so much patience with me as not to interrupt me any more; yea, hear with understanding; let your ους and νους meet; draw up your inward ears to your outward, that one sound may pierce both. Lay aside passion and prejudice, suffer a word of information, for it is but one word that I have to say, &c, The Hebrew is singular, and promiseth brevity. Only this one word Job would that they should hear double; sc. by an after deliberate meditation, as David did, Psalms 62:11, "God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this," &c. Gravis rationis humanae morbus est, quod plerunque soleat ea damnare quae aut non intelligat, aut non placuerint (Brent.). And let this be your consolations] Comfort me this way at least, that you will give me the hearing. Hither you came as comforters, but by your galling speeches you have grieved and vexed me above measure. Now make me some amends, and remembering your office as friends, and your design, which was to condole with me and to comfort me, hear me intently, and this I shall take as kindly as if in tenderest compassion you had drunk to me in a bowl of nepenthes, or had given me a cup of consolation, as Jeremiah 16:7.
The Vulgate Latin rendereth it (but not well), Hear, I pray you, my speech, and repent. The Hebrew root signifieth first to repent, and then to comfort, 1 Samuel 15:35 Isaiah 40:1, because the penitent only get sound comfort.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 21:2
(2) Hear diligently my speech.—“Listen to my words, and let that be the consolation you give me.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 21:2
Verse 2. Let this be your consolations.] ותהי זאת תנחומתיכם uthehi zoth tanchumotheychem may be translated, "And let this be your retractations." Let what I am about to say induce you to retract what you have said, and to recall your false judgments. נחם nacham signifies, not only to comfort, but to change one's mind, to repent; hence the Vulgate translates et agite paenitentiam, "and repent," which Coverdale follows in his version, and amende yourselves. Some suppose the verse to be understood ironically: I am now about to give you consolations for those you have given me. When I have done, then turn them into mockery if you please.
Cambridge Bible on Job 21:2
2. your consolations] They believed they were offering him the consolations of God (ch. Job 15:11); the consolation he seeks from them is that they listen to him.
Barnes' Notes on Job 21:2
Hear diligently - Hebrew “Hearing hear” - that is, hear attentively. What he was about to say was worthy of their solemn consideration.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 21:2
Exordium — If the friends will but give him a proper hearing, Job will speak of an astounding anomaly in the moral world, the mere contemplation of which fills his soul with terror, Job 21:2-6.2.
Sermons on Job 21:2
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A Final Shaking by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of a boat mooring to illustrate the importance of not drifting away from the truth of Christ. He emphasizes the need to hold on tightly |
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(Hebrews) 5-Abel and Enoch by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man who committed adultery and ended up in prison. The man confesses his crime and expresses remorse for his actions. The preach |
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(Hebrews) 6-Noah by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of faith in pleasing God. He emphasizes that without faith, it is impossible to please God. The speaker also highlights the co |
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(So Great a Salvation) Awakening by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man named Victor who was desperate for money and decided to wait for his mother outside a church to take money from her purse. H |
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Concerning Spiritual Gifts: Unwrapping the Gifts by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of love as the most excellent way. He starts by discussing Romans 12:1-3, which highlights dedication, transformation, and eva |
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Judgement Day by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of being prepared for the judgment day. He presents three tests that individuals must pass in order to stand confidently befor |
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So Great Salvation by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of paying close attention to the word of God and not allowing it to slip away. He shares a personal anecdote about his wife lo |