Job 29:22
Job 29:22 in Multiple Translations
After my words, they spoke no more; my speech settled on them like dew.
After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them.
After my words they spake not again; And my speech distilled upon them.
After I had said what was in my mind, they were quiet and let my words go deep into their hearts;
Once I had spoken they had nothing else to say; what I said was enough.
After my wordes they replied not, and my talke dropped vpon them.
After my word they change not, And on them doth my speech drop,
After my words they didn’t speak again. My speech fell on them.
After my words they spoke not again; and my speech dropped upon them.
To my words they durst add nothing, and my speech dropped upon them.
After I finished speaking, they did not say any more; it was as though [MET] my words fell on their ears like refreshing drops of rain.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 29:22
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Job 29:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַחֲרֵ֣י
דְ֭בָרִ/י
לֹ֣א
יִשְׁנ֑וּ
וְ֝/עָלֵ֗י/מוֹ
תִּטֹּ֥ף
מִלָּתִֽ/י
אַחֲרֵ֣י
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
דְ֭בָרִ/י
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִשְׁנ֑וּ
shânâh
H8138
to change
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ֝/עָלֵ֗י/מוֹ
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep | Suff
תִּטֹּ֥ף
nâṭaph
H5197
to drip/prophesy
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
מִלָּתִֽ/י
millâh
H4405
speech
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 29:22
אַחֲרֵ֣י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
דְ֭בָרִ/י
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms | Suff
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יִשְׁנ֑וּ
shânâh
H8138
"to change"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to repeat or do something again, as seen in Exodus when God repeats his command to Moses. It can also imply changing or altering something. In the Bible, it is used to describe actions like repeating a task or changing one's behavior.
Definition: 1) change, alter 1a) (Qal) to change 1b) (Piel) to change, alter 1c) (Pual) to be changed, mollified 1d) (Hithpael) to disguise oneself
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: do (speak, strike) again, alter, double, (be given to) change, disguise, (be) diverse, pervert, prefer, repeat, return, do the second time. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 14:20; Psalms 34:1.
וְ֝/עָלֵ֗י/מוֹ
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
תִּטֹּ֥ף
nâṭaph
H5197
"to drip/prophesy"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to drip or prophesy, often used to describe speaking by inspiration. It appears in the books of Deuteronomy and Ezekiel, where prophets speak God's words. The word implies a gradual and steady flow of words.
Definition: 1) to drop, drip, distil, prophesy, preach, discourse 1a) (Qal) to drop, drip 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to drip 1b2) to drop (prophecy)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: drop(-ping), prophesy(-et). See also: Judges 5:4; Ezekiel 21:2; Psalms 68:9.
מִלָּתִֽ/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.
Study Notes — Job 29:22
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 29:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 29:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 29:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 29:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 29:22
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 29:22
- Cambridge Bible on Job 29:22
- Barnes' Notes on Job 29:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 29:22
- Sermons on Job 29:22
Context — Job’s Former Blessings
20My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’
21Men listened to me with expectation, waiting silently for my counsel.
22After my words, they spoke no more; my speech settled on them like dew.
23They waited for me as for rain and drank in my words like spring showers. 24If I smiled at them, they did not believe it; the light of my countenance was precious.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 32:2 | Let my teaching fall like rain and my speech settle like dew, like gentle rain on new grass, like showers on tender plants. |
| 2 | Song of Solomon 4:11 | Your lips, my bride, drip sweetness like the honeycomb; honey and milk are under your tongue, and the fragrance of your garments is like the aroma of Lebanon. |
| 3 | Matthew 22:46 | No one was able to answer a word, and from that day on no one dared to question Him any further. |
| 4 | Isaiah 52:15 | so He will sprinkle many nations. Kings will shut their mouths because of Him. For they will see what they have not been told, and they will understand what they have not heard. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 20:46 | “Son of man, set your face toward the south, preach against it, and prophesy against the forest of the Negev. |
| 6 | 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.” |
| 7 | Job 32:15–16 | Job’s friends are dismayed, with no more to say; words have escaped them. Must I wait, now that they are silent, now that they stand and no longer reply? |
| 8 | Amos 7:16 | Now, therefore, hear the word of the LORD. You say: ‘Do not prophesy against Israel; do not preach against the house of Isaac.’ |
| 9 | Micah 2:6 | “Do not preach,” they preach. “Do not preach these things; disgrace will not overtake us.” |
Job 29:22 Summary
[Job 29:22 tells us that after Job finished speaking, the people didn't have anything to add because his words were so wise and powerful, like a gentle rain that brings life to the earth, as seen in Psalm 72:6. This verse reminds us that our words have the power to bring comfort, encouragement, and conviction to others, just like Jesus' words in John 6:63. By trusting in God and speaking the truth in love, we can bring joy and nourishment to those around us, as promised in Proverbs 10:21.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Job's speech to 'settle on them like dew' in Job 29:22?
This phrase suggests that Job's words had a calming and refreshing effect on his listeners, much like the way dew gently settles on the ground, bringing life and nourishment, similar to how God's word revives the soul in Psalm 119:25.
Why did the people wait silently for Job's counsel in Job 29:21 and then not speak after he finished in Job 29:22?
The people held Job in high esteem and valued his wisdom, waiting expectantly for his words and then pondering them deeply, much like the way the Bereans searched the Scriptures in Acts 17:11 to verify the truth of what was spoken.
Is Job boasting about his own wisdom and influence in Job 29:22?
While Job is describing his past experiences and the respect he received from others, his focus is on the impact of his words, which were likely guided by his faith and trust in God, as seen in Job 28:28, where he acknowledges the fear of the Lord as wisdom.
How can we apply the principle of Job 29:22 to our own lives as believers?
As followers of Christ, we can strive to speak words that are filled with grace and truth, like Jesus in John 1:14, and trust that the Holy Spirit will use our speech to bring comfort, encouragement, and conviction to those who hear us, as promised in Matthew 10:20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can allow the 'dew' of God's word to settle on my own heart and mind, bringing refreshment and nourishment to my soul?
- How can I cultivate the kind of wisdom and discernment that Job had, so that my words will be a blessing to others and bring glory to God?
- In what situations do I tend to speak without thinking, and how can I learn to wait silently for God's counsel, like the people in Job 29:21, before sharing my thoughts with others?
- What are some practical ways that I can 'wait for' and 'drink in' the words of Scripture, like the people in Job 29:23, so that I can be filled with the wisdom and joy of the Lord?
Gill's Exposition on Job 29:22
After my words they spake not again,.... Did not or would not make any reply to them; they did not attempt to change and alter them, to add unto them, or take from them, or in any wise to correct
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 29:22
After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them. Not again - did not contradict me.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 29:22
After my words they spake not again; either to confute them as false, or to add to them as lame and imperfect. Dropped upon them, to wit, as the rain, as the next verse explains it, which when it comes down gently and droppingly upon the earth, is most acceptable and beneficial to it; not so when it comes in great and violent showers.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 29:22
Job 29:22 After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them.Ver. 22. After my words they spake not again] They replied not, but rested in my words, as if I had been some Doctor Resolutus or rather Irrefragabilis. The Vulgate rendereth it, Verbis meis addere nihil audebant, They dared not add anything to my words, as holding them current and sufficient. And my speech dropped upon them] viz. As dew drops, Deuteronomy 32:2, or, as some, prophecy, saith R. Levi here. Confer Micah 2:6 Amos 7:17. Surely as the dew refresheth and cherisheth the dry and fading fields; so do fit words the hearts of the hearers. And as the dew allayeth great heats, and moisteneth the earth, that it may fructify; so it is here. Ills regit dictis animos, et pectora mulcet (Virg.).
And lastly, as the dew lies in a little compass; so in fewness of words there is oft a fulness of matter, &c.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 29:22
Verse 22. My speech dropped upon them.] It descended as refreshing dew; they were encouraged, comforted, and strengthened by it.
Cambridge Bible on Job 29:22
22. dropped upon them] i. e. like a refreshing, quickening rain, when they were wearied and perplexed in counsel.
Barnes' Notes on Job 29:22
After my words they spake not again - The highest proof which could be given of deference.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 29:22
22. Speech dropped — Rain is frequently used as a metaphor for pleasing and gentle discourse. “My doctrine shall drop as the rain.” (Deuteronomy 32:2.) Thus Milton, “Though his tongue dropt manna.”
Sermons on Job 29:22
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Everybody's Sermon by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that even those who are not able to spend much time in nature can still learn from God's creation. He gives examples such as a baker who see |
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Promise to the Powerless by Ian Murray | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that power does not come from personal feelings or experiences, but from the truth that God has given to his people. The book of Deuteronomy |
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The Call and Qualifications for the Ministry by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot delves into the importance of a divine call and necessary qualifications for the Gospel ministry. He emphasizes that a true call to the ministry involves a deep inward |
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Early Lessons for Christ's Disciples by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on the lessons from Mark 1:16-45, focusing on the events that followed Christ's call to His first disciples. The sermon highlights seven vital spiritual |
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Heavenly Teaching by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the divine teaching of God in the souls of His children, emphasizing the necessity of this heavenly instruction for spiritual growth and understanding. |
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The Doctrine Which Drops as the Rain, and the Speech Which Distills as the Dew by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on Deuteronomy 32:2, highlighting the consequences of unbelief and rebellion as seen in the Israelites' 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. He emphasizes |
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Discern Your Culture by Albert Mohler | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of engaging with different cultures and understanding their language and symbols. He warns against making the mistake of assum |