Job 32:10
Job 32:10 in Multiple Translations
Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; I too will declare what I know.’
Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.
Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will show mine opinion.
So I say, Give ear to me, and I will put forward my knowledge.
That's why I'm telling you to listen to me now—let me tell you what I know.
Therefore I say, Heare me, and I will shew also mine opinion.
Therefore I have said: Hearken to me, I do shew my opinion — even I.
Therefore I said, ‘Listen to me; I also will show my opinion.’
Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will show my opinion.
Therefore I will speak: Hearken to me, I also will shew you my wisdom.
“So, I say, ‘Listen to me, and allow me to say what I think.’
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 32:10
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Job 32:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לָ/כֵ֣ן
אָ֭מַרְתִּי
שִׁמְעָ/ה
לִּ֑/י
אֲחַוֶּ֖ה
דֵּעִ֣/י
אַף
אָֽנִי
לָ/כֵ֣ן
kên
H3651
right
Prep | Adv
אָ֭מַרְתִּי
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
שִׁמְעָ/ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
לִּ֑/י
Prep | Suff
אֲחַוֶּ֖ה
châvâh
H2331
to explain
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
דֵּעִ֣/י
dêaʻ
H1843
knowledge
N-ms | Suff
אַף
ʼaph
H637
also
DirObjM
אָֽנִי
ʼănîy
H589
I
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 32:10
לָ/כֵ֣ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Prep | Adv
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
אָ֭מַרְתִּי
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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.
שִׁמְעָ/ה
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
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.
לִּ֑/י
""
Prep | Suff
אֲחַוֶּ֖ה
châvâh
H2331
"to explain"
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
This word means to explain or declare something. It involves showing or making something known. The KJV translates it as 'show'.
Definition: 1) (Piel) to tell, declare, show, make known 2) (CLBL) to breath Aramaic equivalent: cha.vah (חֲוָה "to show" H2324)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: show. See also: Job 15:17; Job 32:17; Psalms 19:3.
דֵּעִ֣/י
dêaʻ
H1843
"knowledge"
N-ms | Suff
This word means knowledge or opinion, referring to God's understanding or human judgment. It is used to describe God's knowledge and human perspectives.
Definition: 1) knowledge, opinion 1a) God's knowledge 1b) judgment, opinion
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: knowledge, opinion. See also: Job 32:6; Job 32:17; Job 37:16.
אַף
ʼaph
H637
"also"
DirObjM
The Hebrew word for 'also' or 'addition', used to connect ideas or show a relationship between them, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean 'though' or 'yet', indicating a contrast. This word is often used to add emphasis or provide more information.
Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:1; Psalms 16:6; Psalms 16:7.
אָֽנִי
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
Study Notes — Job 32:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 32:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 32:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 32:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 32:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 32:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 32:10
- Cambridge Bible on Job 32:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 32:10
- Sermons on Job 32:10
Context — Elihu Rebukes Job’s Friends
8But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.
9It is not only the old who are wise, or the elderly who understand justice.
10Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; I too will declare what I know.’
11Indeed, I waited while you spoke; I listened to your reasoning; as you searched for words, 12I paid you full attention. But no one proved Job wrong; not one of you rebutted his arguments.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Corinthians 7:25 | Now about virgins, I have no command from the Lord, but I give a judgment as one who by the Lord’s mercy is trustworthy. |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 7:40 | In my judgment, however, she is happier if she remains as she is. And I think that I too have the Spirit of God. |
Job 32:10 Summary
In this verse, Elihu is saying that he wants to share his thoughts and insights with the others, and he asks them to listen to him. He's not trying to be arrogant or pushy, but rather he wants to contribute to the conversation and help others understand. This is similar to what the Bible says in Proverbs 27:9, 'the heart of the wise inclines to the right', and it reminds us to be open to learning from others and to share our own thoughts in a humble and respectful way. By listening to each other and considering different perspectives, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's truth, as encouraged in Proverbs 11:14.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompts Elihu to speak up in this verse?
Elihu is motivated to share his thoughts because he believes he has valuable insights to contribute, as indicated by his statement 'I too will declare what I know' in Job 32:10, similar to the way the Psalmist expresses his desire to declare God's wonders in Psalms 9:1.
Is Elihu being arrogant by saying 'Listen to me'?
Elihu's statement 'Listen to me' is not necessarily arrogant, but rather a humble request to be heard, as he has been patiently listening to the others and now wants to share his own thoughts, much like the Apostle Paul's exhortation to 'let the wise hear and increase in learning' in Proverbs 1:5.
How does this verse relate to the concept of wisdom in the book of Job?
This verse highlights the importance of considering multiple perspectives and not just relying on age or experience for wisdom, as Elihu notes in Job 32:9 that 'it is not only the old who are wise, or the elderly who understand justice', a theme also explored in Job 28:28 and Proverbs 1:7.
What can we learn from Elihu's approach to sharing his thoughts?
Elihu's approach teaches us the value of patiently listening to others and waiting for the right moment to share our own insights, as he did in Job 32:11-12, demonstrating a humble and respectful attitude, similar to the counsel in James 1:19 to 'be quick to listen, slow to speak'.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times when you have felt the need to share your thoughts or insights with others, and how did you approach the situation?
- How can you cultivate a spirit of humility and patience, like Elihu, when engaging in conversations or discussions with others?
- In what ways can you apply the principle of 'listening before speaking' in your own relationships and interactions, as encouraged in Proverbs 18:13?
- What are some potential consequences of not listening to others or not considering their perspectives, and how can you avoid these pitfalls in your own life?
Gill's Exposition on Job 32:10
Therefore I said, hearken to me,.... Thou O Job, and every one of you his friends, for the word is singular; though I am but a young man, yet if I have the Spirit of God, and am under the inspiration
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 32:10
Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion. Rather, I say. Opinion - rather, knowledge [ dee`iy (H1843)].
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 32:10
I said within myself, and now I say it with my mouth. Hearken to me; thou, Job, especially, who art more nearly concerned, (to whom therefore he speaketh in the singular number,) and thy friends with thee.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 32:10
Job 32:10 Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.Ver. 10. Therefore I said, Heaken to me] This he speaks by way of apostrophe to Job, with whom he would fain ingratiate, that he might the better prevail to convince him of his coarse dealing with God, whose cause he wholly pleadeth. Elihu had hoped to have learned much by this conference held by such heads, Nunquam a te nisi doctior redeo; but, finding it otherwise, he grows to a Semper ego auditor tantum? Hearken to me another while, that God may hearken to you. Hearken, I say, all of you; but thou, Job, especially; for with thee lieth my main business, Tu nominatim et notanter. I also will show mine opinion] He saith not my judgment (that might savour of arrogance in so young a man), but mine opinion, or knowledge; I will offer my thoughts, judge you of them as you please. See Job 32:6. Elihu was far from the spirit of Bacon, the Carmelite, who would endure no guessing or doubting; and was, therefore, called Doctor Resolutissimus, as requiring that every one should think as he thought: this was too magisterial.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 32:10
(10) Therefore I said.—Equivalent to, Therefore I say. It is what he says now, as the result of former convictions.
Cambridge Bible on Job 32:10
6–10. Elihu, being a youth, shrank from interfering in a dispute in which aged men were engaged; but he perceived that wisdom did not always accompany grey hairs; it is a gift of God, and, conscious of possessing it, he desires now to be heard.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 32:10
10. Show mine opinion — The original will bear a more modest rendering, I will declare my knowledge, even I.
Sermons on Job 32:10
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(Biblical Manhood) -Evening Banquet by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker expresses his deep concern for the upbringing of his young children and acknowledges his own shortcomings. He emphasizes the importance of studying and |
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Relationships by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of media and its negative influence on society, particularly in the context of relationships and marriages. The speaker emphasizes t |
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Studies in 1 Corinthians-07 1 Cor 7:25-39 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses specific instructions given by Paul in verses 25 to 28 regarding virgins. He clarifies that although Paul states he has no commandment from th |
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Lesser Known Characters 01 Anna - Abiding by Joseph Balsan | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a young girl who had lost her mother and was feeling depressed and discouraged. However, when a death occurred in the area, an elde |
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The Form of This World Is Passing Away by Richard E. Bieber | Richard E. Bieber delivers a powerful sermon on the urgency of the times we live in, emphasizing the transient nature of this world and the need for believers to prioritize their r |
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Instructions to Catechumens - Part 2 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of living a virtuous life and avoiding worldly temptations such as materialism, superstitions, and sinful behaviors. He emphasizes the |
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On Head Coverings by John Calvin | John Calvin preaches about the importance of maintaining decorum and order in sacred assemblies, emphasizing the significance of following traditions and practices that are rooted |