Job 32:12
Job 32:12 in Multiple Translations
I paid you full attention. But no one proved Job wrong; not one of you rebutted his arguments.
Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words:
Yea, I attended unto you, And, behold, there was none that convinced Job, Or that answered his words, among you.
I was taking note; and truly not one of you was able to make clear Job's error, or to give an answer to his words.
I paid close attention to all of you, and none of you have proved Job wrong or answered his arguments.
Yea, when I had considered you, lo, there was none of you that reproued Iob, nor answered his wordes:
And unto you I attend, And lo, there is no reasoner for Job, [Or] answerer of his sayings among you.
Yes, I gave you my full attention, but there was no one who convinced Job, or who answered his words, among you.
Yes, I attended to you, and behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words:
And as long as I thought you said some thing, I considered: but, as I see, there is none of you that can convince Job, and answer his words.
I paid attention carefully, but surprisingly, none of you were able to prove that what Job said was wrong.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 32:12
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Job 32:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עָֽדֵי/כֶ֗ם
אֶתְבּ֫וֹנָ֥ן
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
אֵ֣ין
לְ/אִיּ֣וֹב
מוֹכִ֑יחַ
עוֹנֶ֖ה
אֲמָרָ֣י/ו
מִ/כֶּֽם
וְ/עָֽדֵי/כֶ֗ם
ʻad
H5704
till
Conj | Prep | Suff
אֶתְבּ֫וֹנָ֥ן
bîyn
H995
to understand
V-r-Imperf-1cs
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Conj | Part
אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part
לְ/אִיּ֣וֹב
ʼÎyôwb
H347
Job
Prep | N-proper
מוֹכִ֑יחַ
yâkach
H3198
to rebuke
V-Hiphil
עוֹנֶ֖ה
ʻânâh
H6030
to dwell
V-Qal
אֲמָרָ֣י/ו
ʼêmer
H561
word
N-mp | Suff
מִ/כֶּֽם
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 32:12
וְ/עָֽדֵי/כֶ֗ם
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
אֶתְבּ֫וֹנָ֥ן
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
V-r-Imperf-1cs
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
וְ/הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
לְ/אִיּ֣וֹב
ʼÎyôwb
H347
"Job"
Prep | 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.
מוֹכִ֑יחַ
yâkach
H3198
"to rebuke"
V-Hiphil
This Hebrew word means to rebuke or correct, and is used in the Bible to describe arguing, judging, or convincing someone of their wrongdoings. It is seen in the KJV translation as rebuke or reprove. The word is used in various forms, including to describe God's correction of his people.
Definition: 1) to prove, decide, judge, rebuke, reprove, correct, be right 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to decide, judge 1a2) to adjudge, appoint 1a3) to show to be right, prove 1a4) to convince, convict 1a5) to reprove, chide 1a6) to correct, rebuke 1b) (Hophal) to be chastened 1c) (Niphal) to reason, reason together 1d) (Hithp) to argue
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: appoint, argue, chasten, convince, correct(-ion), daysman, dispute, judge, maintain, plead, reason (together), rebuke, reprove(-r), surely, in any wise. See also: Genesis 20:16; Psalms 38:2; Psalms 6:2.
עוֹנֶ֖ה
ʻânâh
H6030
"to dwell"
V-Qal
This verb means to sing or make music, but also to respond or give an answer. In the Bible, it is used to describe praising God in song or responding to a question. The KJV translates it as 'sing' or 'answer'.
Definition: (Qal) to dwell
Usage: Occurs in 316 OT verses. KJV: give account, afflict (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), (cause to, give) answer, bring low (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), cry, hear, Leannoth, lift up, say, [idiom] scholar, (give a) shout, sing (together by course), speak, testify, utter, (bear) witness. See also H1042 (בֵּית עֲנוֹת), H1043 (בֵּית עֲנָת). See also: Genesis 18:27; 2 Samuel 14:19; Job 40:2.
אֲמָרָ֣י/ו
ʼêmer
H561
"word"
N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a word or speech, like a promise or command from God. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's conversations with people.
Definition: utterance, speech, word, saying, promise, command
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: answer, [idiom] appointed unto him, saying, speech, word. See also: Genesis 49:21; Psalms 141:6; Psalms 5:2.
מִ/כֶּֽם
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
Study Notes — Job 32:12
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- Job 32:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 32:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 32:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 32:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 32:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 32:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 32:12
- Cambridge Bible on Job 32:12
- Barnes' Notes on Job 32:12
- Sermons on Job 32:12
Context — Elihu Rebukes Job’s Friends
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.
13So do not claim, ‘We have found wisdom; let God, not man, refute him.’ 14But Job has not directed his words against me, and I will not answer him with your arguments.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 32:3 | and he burned with anger against Job’s three friends because they had failed to refute Job, and yet had condemned him. |
| 2 | 1 Timothy 1:7 | They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or that which they so confidently assert. |
Job 32:12 Summary
In this verse, Elihu is saying that he carefully listened to Job and his friends talking, and he didn't hear anyone successfully argue against Job's points, as noted in Job 32:12. This reminds us of the importance of listening carefully to others, as taught in James 1:19, and considering their perspectives before responding, much like the Lord's invitation to reason together in Isaiah 1:18. By doing so, we can gain a deeper understanding of the situation and respond in a more thoughtful and loving way, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:29. This principle can be applied to our everyday conversations and relationships, helping us to communicate more effectively and build stronger bonds with others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main point Elihu is making in this verse?
Elihu is stating that he carefully listened to the conversation between Job and his friends, and none of them were able to prove Job wrong or rebut his arguments, as noted in Job 32:12, which is reminiscent of the Lord's words in Isaiah 1:18, where He invites us to reason together.
Why does Elihu feel the need to interject at this point in the conversation?
Elihu feels compelled to speak up because he believes that the conversation has not been fruitful, and no one has successfully refuted Job's claims, as seen in Job 32:12, much like the prophet Jeremiah's words in Jeremiah 23:28, where the Lord calls for a distinction between what is valuable and what is worthless.
Is Elihu implying that Job is completely innocent or correct in his understanding?
No, Elihu is not necessarily saying that Job is entirely right or innocent, but rather that his friends have failed to provide a convincing argument against him, as observed in Job 32:12, similar to the way the apostle Paul encourages believers to examine their own hearts in 2 Corinthians 13:5.
What tone does Elihu convey in this verse?
Elihu's tone is one of careful observation and thoughtful consideration, as seen in Job 32:12, where he states that he paid full attention to the conversation, much like the Psalmist's words in Psalm 77:12, where he reflects on the Lord's deeds and ponders His ways.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have felt like I was not being heard or understood, and how can I apply the principle of careful listening, as seen in Job 32:12, to those situations?
- In what ways can I, like Elihu, pay closer attention to the conversations and situations around me, and what might I learn from doing so, as encouraged in Proverbs 1:5?
- How can I balance the need to speak up and share my thoughts with the importance of listening carefully to others, as modeled by Elihu in Job 32:12, and as taught in James 1:19?
- What are some arguments or conversations in my life that I feel have not been resolved or have been unfruitful, and what can I learn from Elihu's approach in Job 32:12, as well as the Lord's words in Matthew 18:15-17?
Gill's Exposition on Job 32:12
Yea, I attended unto you,.... Very closely, with great application and diligence, endeavouring to get, as it were, within them, and thoroughly understand the meaning of what they said: and, behold,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 32:12
Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words: No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 32:12
By solid and satisfactory answers to his assertions and allegations.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 32:12
Job 32:12 Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, [there was] none of you that convinced Job, [or] that answered his words:Ver. 12. Yea, I attended unto you] Et usque ad yes perpendebam, I throughly weighed your words, and rightly considered them (as our Mr Bradshaw was wont to do at the ministers’ meetings, and was therehence called the weighing divine), that you may not think I answer the matter before I understand it, as fools do, to their shame, 2 Peter 2:12, daring to reprehend what I do not comprehend, as did that Popish expositor, who calleth Ezekiel’ s description of the temple insulsam descriptionem, an absurd description (Sanctius in cap. 40, Ezek. in argum.). And, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words] And yet they thought they had done both effectually; and that it was merely his stubbornness to stand out against them. Ready they were to give him up for uncounsellable; and to turn him over to God with a non convertetur, he is past our cure, we can do no good on him; none but God can put him out of his good conceit of himself, &c. Out of all this a good interpreter maketh these following conclusions: 1. That we must diligently hear and weigh what things are spoken by others before we proceed to censure them. 2. That we must not pass a censure upon any one part of a speech, but take it all together, ere we make judgment of it. 3. That when we have weighed everything well and wisely, we must not countenance any error, but freely utter what we do truly and rightly think of it. 4. That we may think things sufficiently refuted by the learned which yet had need to be further inquired into. 5. That one younger man may see further sometimes into a matter than many others of longer standing and experience. 6.
That men may be esteemed obstinate and opinionated who are nothing less. 7. That multitude and antiquity are but ciphers in divinity, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 32:12
(12) There was none of you.—In Elihu’s judgment there was no one who touched the main point of the argument with Job.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 32:12
Verse 12. Yea, I attended unto you] Instead of ועדיכם veadeychem, and unto you, one MS. reads the above letters with points that cause it to signify and your testimonies; which is the reading of the Syriac, Arabic, and Septuagint. Behold, there was none of you that convinced Job] Confuted Job. They spoke multitudes of words, but were unable to overthrow his arguments.
Cambridge Bible on Job 32:12
11–14. Elihu, directly addressing the three friends, states more clearly his reasons for taking upon him to speak: he had hoped to hear them confute Job, and was disappointed in their arguments; Job may be shewn to be in the wrong, though with different arguments from those they had employed. In Elihu’s opinion the cause of the three friends was much better than their advocacy of it.
Barnes' Notes on Job 32:12
There was none of you that convinced Job - There was no one to produce conviction on his mind, or rather, there was no one to reprove him by answering him - ענה מוכיח môkiyach ‛ânâh.
Sermons on Job 32:12
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The Remnant by E.L. Bevir | The preacher delves into the concept of 'oldness' in Romans 7:6, describing how it signifies obsoleteness and the state of being controlled by the letter of the law. Believers are |
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The Rule of the Christian Life (3:25 to 5:24) by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield preaches about the believer's relationship with the law and the freedom found in grace through faith in Christ Jesus. He emphasizes that true obedience to God's will |