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Job 27:1

Job 27:1 in Multiple Translations

Job continued his discourse:

Moreover Job continued his parable, and said,

And Job again took up his parable, and said,

And Job again took up the word and said,

Job began to speak again.

Moreouer Iob proceeded and continued his parable, saying,

And Job addeth to lift up his simile, and saith: —

Job again took up his parable, and said,

Moreover, Job continued his parable, and said,

Job also added, taking up his parable, and said:

Job replied again to his three friends,

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Berean Amplified Bible — Job 27:1

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Job 27:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יֹּ֣סֶף אִ֭יּוֹב שְׂאֵ֥ת מְשָׁל֗/וֹ וַ/יֹּאמַֽר
וַ/יֹּ֣סֶף yâçaph H3254 to add Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אִ֭יּוֹב ʼÎyôwb H347 Job N-proper
שְׂאֵ֥ת nâsâʼ H5375 to lift V-Qal-Inf-a
מְשָׁל֗/וֹ mâshâl H4912 proverb N-ms | Suff
וַ/יֹּאמַֽר ʼâmar H559 to say Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 27:1

וַ/יֹּ֣סֶף yâçaph H3254 "to add" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.
Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.
אִ֭יּוֹב ʼÎyôwb H347 "Job" N-proper
Job was a patriarch famous for his patience and is the subject of the book of Job, which explores his struggles and faith in God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Job.1.1 Also named: Iōb (Ἰώβ "Job" G2492) § Job = "hated" a patriarch, the subject of the book of Job
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: Job. See also: Job 1:1; Job 32:3; Ezekiel 14:20.
שְׂאֵ֥ת nâsâʼ H5375 "to lift" V-Qal-Inf-a
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
מְשָׁל֗/וֹ mâshâl H4912 "proverb" N-ms | Suff
A proverb is a short saying that teaches a lesson, often using comparisons or metaphors, like those found in the book of Proverbs. It's a way of sharing wisdom and insight. Proverbs are used by Solomon and other biblical writers.
Definition: 1) proverb, parable 1a) proverb, proverbial saying, aphorism 1b) byword 1c) similitude, parable 1d) poem 1e) sentences of ethical wisdom, ethical maxims
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: byword, like, parable, proverb. See also: Numbers 23:7; Psalms 78:2; Psalms 44:15.
וַ/יֹּאמַֽר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

Study Notes — Job 27:1

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1 Job 29:1 And Job continued his discourse:
2 Numbers 24:15 Then Balaam lifted up an oracle, saying, “This is the prophecy of Balaam son of Beor, the prophecy of a man whose eyes are open,
3 Numbers 23:7 And Balaam lifted up an oracle, saying: “Balak brought me from Aram, the king of Moab from the mountains of the east. ‘Come,’ he said, ‘put a curse on Jacob for me; come and denounce Israel!’
4 Proverbs 26:7 Like lame legs hanging limp is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.
5 Psalms 49:4 I will incline my ear to a proverb; I will express my riddle with the harp:
6 Numbers 24:3 and he lifted up an oracle, saying: “This is the prophecy of Balaam son of Beor, the prophecy of a man whose eyes are open,
7 Psalms 78:2 I will open my mouth in parables; I will utter things hidden from the beginning,

Job 27:1 Summary

In Job 27:1, Job continues to speak out about his situation, trusting in God's justice and character. This shows us that even in difficult times, we can trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 23:4 and Romans 8:28. By speaking out and proclaiming our faith, we can stand firm in the face of adversity and point others to God's love and faithfulness. Just like Job, we can trust that God is working all things together for our good, even when we don't understand what's happening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Job continue to speak in the face of adversity?

Job continues to speak to express his deep emotional pain and to proclaim his integrity, trusting in God's justice, as seen in Job 27:1 and supported by Psalm 37:3-7

What can we learn from Job's perseverance in speaking out?

We can learn the importance of standing firm in our faith, even when faced with suffering or opposition, as encouraged in Romans 8:28 and James 1:2-4

How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the book of Job?

This verse marks a turning point in Job's discourse, as he begins to assert his innocence and trust in God's character, which is a central theme throughout the book of Job, particularly in Job 1:1 and Job 42:1-6

What role does faith play in Job's decision to continue speaking?

Job's faith in God's sovereignty and justice gives him the courage to continue speaking, even in the midst of suffering, as seen in Hebrews 11:1 and 2 Corinthians 5:7

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some areas in my life where I feel like I'm suffering unjustly, and how can I, like Job, trust in God's justice?
  2. How can I, like Job, use my words to proclaim my faith and trust in God, even when it's difficult?
  3. What are some ways I can stand firm in my faith, even when faced with opposition or adversity, and what scriptures can I turn to for encouragement?
  4. How can I use my experiences, like Job, to point others to God's character and faithfulness?

Gill's Exposition on Job 27:1

Moreover Job continued his parable,.... Having finished his discourse concerning the worlds and ways of God, and the display of his majesty, power, and glory, in them, he pauses awhile, waiting for

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 27:1

Moreover Job continued his parable, and said, Job 27:1-23. It was now Zophar's turn to speak. But as he and the other two were silent, virtually admitting defeat, after a pause, Job proceeds.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 27:1

JOB CHAPTER 27 He will not renounce his integrity, . The character of a hypocrite, and his misery, . The portion and heritage of the wicked, . When he had waited a while to hear what his friends would reply, and perceived them to be silent. His parable; his grave and weighty, but withal dark and difficult, discourse, such as are oft called parables, as 24:3-15 88:2 .

Trapp's Commentary on Job 27:1

Job 27:1 Moreover Job continued his parable, and said,Ver. 1. Moreover Job continued his parable, and said] It was Zophar’ s turn, and Job waited a while, as it was fitting, to see whether he or any other of them would take up the bucklers again against him; which, when they did not (having heard his high expressions concerning God’ s power and providence, and haply having now a better opinion of him than before), he assuageth his grief by defending his innocence and maintaining his opinion, in the five following chapters. Here he is said, after some respite, to recount again his parable; which hath its name in Hebrew from lording it, and bearing sway, because allegories and figurative speeches bear away the bell, as they say, from plainer discourses; are more gladly heard, or read, sooner understood, and better remembered, îשׁì Sermo figuratus prineipatum tenet, ac velar dominatur. The word rendered continued is, in the original, added to lift up; importing either that he spake now with courage, as we say, and with a greater emphasis, since having silenced his adversaries; or that he uttered himself in a higher style, and his matter were master sentences, maxims, axioms, speeches of special precellency and predominance; such as might well challenge a throne in the minds of all men.

Ellicott's Commentary on Job 27:1

XXVII.(1) Job continued his parable.—The remainder of Job’s speech—now, for the first time, called his parable—consists of his determination not to renounce his righteousness (Job 27:2-6); his own estimate of the fate of the wicked (Job 27:7-23); his magnificent estimate of the nature of wisdom (Job 28); his comparison of his former life (Job 29) with that of his present experience (Job 30); his final declaration of his innocent and irreproachable conduct (Job 31).

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 27:1

CHAPTER XXVII Job strongly asserts his innocence; determines to maintain it, and to avoid every evil way, 1-7. Shows his abhorrence of the hypocrite by describing his infamous character, accumulated miseries, and wretched end, 8-23. NOTES ON CHAP. XXVII Verse 1. Continued his parable] After having delivered the preceding discourse, Job appears to have paused to see if any of his friends chose to make any reply; but finding them all silent, he resumed his discourse, which is here called משלו meshalo, his parable, his authoritative weighty discourse; from משל mashal, to exercise rule, authority, dominion, or power. - Parkhurst. And it must be granted that in this speech he assumes great boldness, exhibits his own unsullied character, and treats his friends with little ceremony.

Barnes' Notes on Job 27:1

Job continued - Margin, as in Hebrew “added to take up.” Probably he had paused for Zophar to reply, but since he said nothing he now resumed his argument.

Whedon's Commentary on Job 27:1

1. Job waits for an answer. The friends are silenced. He is now master of the field. The mists that surrounded his opponents had served to magnify them and their cause.

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