Job 33:32

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

But if you have something to say, answer me; speak up, for I would like to vindicate you.

American Standard Version (1901)

If thou hast anything to say, answer me: Speak, for I desire to justify thee.

Bible in Basic English

If you have anything to say, give me an answer; for it is my desire that you may be judged free from sin.

Free Bible Version

But if you have anything to say, then speak up.

King James (Authorized) Version

If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify thee.

Translation for Translators

After I speak, if you have something more that you want to say to me, say it, because I would like to find a way to declare that you ◄are innocent/have not done what is wrong►.

Unlocked Literal Bible

If you have anything to say, answer me; speak, for I wish to prove that you are in the right.

Noah Webster Bible

If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify thee.

World English Bible

If you have anything to say, answer me. Speak, for I desire to justify you.

Young's Literal Translation

If there are words — answer me, Speak, for I have a desire to justify thee.

Context

Elihu Rebukes Job

³¹Pay attention, Job, and listen to me; be silent, and I will speak. ³²But if you have something to say, answer me; speak up, for I would like to vindicate you. ³³But if not, then listen to me; be quiet, and I will teach you wisdom.”

Summary

In this verse, Elihu urges Job to listen carefully to his words and pay attention to what he is saying. Elihu emphasizes the importance of Job's response and encourages him to speak if he has anything to say. This verse reflects Elihu's desire for Job to understand and engage in the conversation, showing a willingness to listen and consider Job's perspective. It highlights the value of open communication and dialogue in addressing difficult situations and seeking understanding.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

If thou hast any thing to say - If thou hast any objection to make against what I have already stated, now answer, now speak freely; for it is my desire that thou shouldst stand clear of all charges.

Job 33:32

Elihu Rebukes Job

Scripture
Sermons
Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

But if you have something to say, answer me; speak up, for I would like to vindicate you.

American Standard Version (1901)

If thou hast anything to say, answer me: Speak, for I desire to justify thee.

Bible in Basic English

If you have anything to say, give me an answer; for it is my desire that you may be judged free from sin.

Free Bible Version

But if you have anything to say, then speak up.

King James (Authorized) Version

If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify thee.

Translation for Translators

After I speak, if you have something more that you want to say to me, say it, because I would like to find a way to declare that you ◄are innocent/have not done what is wrong►.

Unlocked Literal Bible

If you have anything to say, answer me; speak, for I wish to prove that you are in the right.

Noah Webster Bible

If thou hast any thing to say, answer me: speak, for I desire to justify thee.

World English Bible

If you have anything to say, answer me. Speak, for I desire to justify you.

Young's Literal Translation

If there are words — answer me, Speak, for I have a desire to justify thee.