Job 36:2
Job 36:2 in Multiple Translations
“Bear with me a little longer, and I will show you that there is more to be said on God’s behalf.
Suffer me a little, and I will shew thee that I have yet to speak on God’s behalf.
Suffer me a little, and I will show thee; For I have yet somewhat to say on God’s behalf.
Give me a little more time, and I will make it clear to you; for I have still something to say for God.
“Be patient with me just a little while longer and let me explain. I still have something to say on God's behalf.
Suffer me a litle, and I will instruct thee: for I haue yet to speake on Gods behalfe.
Honour me a little, and I shew thee, That yet for God [are] words.
“Bear with me a little, and I will show you; for I still have something to say on God’s behalf.
Suffer me a little, and I will show thee that I have yet to speak on God's behalf.
Suffer me a little, and I will shew thee: for I have yet somewhat to speak in God’s behalf.
“Job, be patient with me a little longer, because I have something else to teach you. I have something else to say that God wants you to know.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 36:2
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Job 36:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כַּתַּר
לִ֣/י
זְ֭עֵיר
וַ/אֲחַוֶּ֑/ךָּ
כִּ֤י
ע֖וֹד
לֶ/אֱל֣וֹהַּ
מִלִּֽים
כַּתַּר
kâthar
H3803
to surround
V-Piel-Impv-2ms
לִ֣/י
Prep | Suff
זְ֭עֵיר
zᵉʻêyr
H2191
little
N-ms
וַ/אֲחַוֶּ֑/ךָּ
châvâh
H2331
to explain
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
לֶ/אֱל֣וֹהַּ
ʼĕlôwahh
H433
god
Prep | N-ms
מִלִּֽים
millâh
H4405
speech
N-fp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 36:2
כַּתַּר
kâthar
H3803
"to surround"
V-Piel-Impv-2ms
To surround something means to enclose or crown it, like when God surrounds his people with protection in Psalm 139:5.
Definition: 1) to surround 1a) (Piel) to surround 1b) (Hiphil) to surround, encircle
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: beset round, compass about, be crowned inclose round, suffer. See also: Judges 20:43; Psalms 142:8; Psalms 22:13.
לִ֣/י
""
Prep | Suff
זְ֭עֵיר
zᵉʻêyr
H2191
"little"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means something or someone that is small or little in quantity or time. It's used in the Bible to describe something that is limited or not very large. It conveys a sense of fewness or brevity.
Definition: 1) a little 1a) of quantity 1b) of time Aramaic equivalent: ze.er (זְעֵיר "little" H2192)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: little. See also: Job 36:2; Isaiah 28:10; Isaiah 28:13.
וַ/אֲחַוֶּ֑/ךָּ
châvâh
H2331
"to explain"
Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
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.
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
לֶ/אֱל֣וֹהַּ
ʼĕlôwahh
H433
"god"
Prep | N-ms
Eloah refers to God or a deity, and is used to describe the one true God or false gods. It is often translated as God in the KJV, and is related to the word Elohim, which also refers to God.
Definition: 1) God 2) false god Aramaic equivalent: e.lah (אֱלָהּ "god" H0426)
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See H430 (אֱלֹהִים). See also: Deuteronomy 32:15; Job 22:26; Psalms 18:32.
מִלִּֽים
millâh
H4405
"speech"
N-fp
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 36:2
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- Context
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- Job 36:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 36:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 36:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 36:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 36:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 36:2
- Cambridge Bible on Job 36:2
- Barnes' Notes on Job 36:2
- Sermons on Job 36:2
Context — Elihu Describes God’s Power
1And Elihu continued:
2“Bear with me a little longer, and I will show you that there is more to be said on God’s behalf.
3I get my knowledge from afar, and I will ascribe justice to my Maker. 4For truly my words are free of falsehood; one perfect in knowledge is with you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Job 21:3 | Bear with me while I speak; then, after I have spoken, you may go on mocking. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 5:20 | Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God. |
| 3 | Job 13:7–8 | Will you speak wickedly on God’s behalf or speak deceitfully for Him? Would you show Him partiality or argue in His defense? |
| 4 | 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.” |
| 5 | Ezekiel 2:7 | But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious. |
| 6 | Job 33:6 | I am just like you before God; I was also formed from clay. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 15:19 | Therefore this is what the LORD says: “If you return, I will restore you; you will stand in My presence. And if you speak words that are noble instead of worthless, you will be My spokesman. It is they who must turn to you, but you must not turn to them. |
| 8 | Hebrews 13:22 | I urge you, brothers, to bear with my word of exhortation, for I have only written to you briefly. |
| 9 | Exodus 4:16 | He will speak to the people for you. He will be your spokesman, and it will be as if you were God to him. |
Job 36:2 Summary
[In Job 36:2, Elihu is asking his friends to listen to him for a little while longer, so he can share more about God. He wants to show them that there is more to God than what they currently understand, much like the prophet Isaiah who wrote about God's greatness in Isaiah 40:28. This reminds us to be patient and open to learning more about God, and to share our own thoughts and perspectives with others in a loving way, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 2:8. By doing so, we can grow in our understanding of God and His ways, and be a blessing to those around us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elihu asking his listeners to do in Job 36:2?
Elihu is asking his listeners to be patient and bear with him for a little while longer, so he can share more thoughts on God's behalf, as seen in Job 36:2, similar to the patience and longsuffering encouraged in Galatians 6:9.
Why does Elihu want to continue speaking?
Elihu wants to continue speaking to show that there is more to be said on God's behalf, indicating that he has more insights to share about God's character and ways, much like the psalmist in Psalms 71:15-16 who wants to share God's righteousness and salvation.
What can we learn from Elihu's request?
We can learn the importance of patience and giving others the opportunity to share their thoughts and perspectives, just as the Apostle Paul encourages in Ephesians 4:2-3, to walk in humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love.
How does this verse relate to our own conversations about God?
This verse reminds us to be mindful of our own conversations about God, to be patient and to listen to others, and to be open to sharing more about God's character and ways, as encouraged in 1 Peter 3:15-16, to be prepared to give a reason for the hope that is in us.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times when you have had to be patient and bear with someone, and how did it turn out?
- How can you apply Elihu's request to your own conversations, especially when discussing spiritual matters?
- What are some things you wish you could say on God's behalf, and how can you share them with others in a loving and respectful way?
- How does this verse encourage you to think about your own role in sharing God's message with others, and what steps can you take to be more effective in doing so?
Gill's Exposition on Job 36:2
Suffer me a little,.... Bear with me a little longer, and allow me to say a few words more.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 36:2
Elihu also proceeded, and said, Elihu maintains that afflictions are to the godly disciplinary, in order to lead them to attain a higher moral worth, and that the reason for their continuance is not,
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 36:2
Suffer me a little; give me thy patient attention but a little longer; and I will show thee that I have not said all that can be said to justify God’ s proceedings against thee.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 36:2
Job 36:2 Suffer me a little, and I will shew thee that [I have] yet to speak on God’ s behalf.Ver. 2. Suffer me a little, and I will show thee] He promiseth brevity and thereby wooeth attention: brevity and perspicuity are two great graces of speech, and do very much win upon intelligent hearers, who love to hear much in few, and cannot away with tedious prolixities. When a great trifler had made an empty discourse in the presence of Aristotle, and then cried him mercy for troubling him so long: You have not troubled me at all, said he, for I scarce hearkened to any one word you said all this while. That I have yet to speak on God’ s behalf] Heb. That there are yet words for God. His zeal for God’ s glory drew from him this following speech, wherein insignis est Elihu et magnificus. Elihu excelleth himself, and appeareth to be no worse an orator than was M. Crassus among the Romans, who had this commendation given him, Quod cum aliquid accuratius dixisset, semper fere contigit ut nunquam dixisse melius putaretur, That whenever he spoke it was judged to be the very best that ever he spake. (Cir. de Orat. 1. 1).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 36:2
Verse 2. That I have yet to speak on God's behalf.] I have other proofs to allege in behalf of God's justice and providence.
Cambridge Bible on Job 36:2
2. The verse reads, Suffer me a little and I will shew thee; For I have somewhat still to say on God’s behalf. The first words are lit. wait for me a little.
Barnes' Notes on Job 36:2
Suffer me a little - Even beyond the regular order of speaking; or, allow me to go on though I have fully occupied my place in the “number” of speeches.
Sermons on Job 36:2
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Seeking God by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God with one's whole heart. He uses the example of a woman searching for a lost piece of money to illustrate the d |
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The Love of Christ Constrains by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of being on a plane that faced difficulties during takeoff. Despite the challenges, the plane managed to take off and ascen |
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7 Corrective Lenses for Spiritual Eyesight by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of having spiritual vision. He uses the analogy of getting corrective lenses for our physical eyes to illustrate how we need co |
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The Street Meetings of God (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the narrow path that leads to life and the importance of accepting Jesus as the savior. He highlights that salvation comes through the blood |
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The Whole Armour of God - Part 4 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the different responses people have to the moving of the Holy Spirit. Some are receptive and responsive, while others are indifferent and u |
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You Have to Love Jesus to Follow Him by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of preaching in a small church and witnessing sparrows pecking at the driveway. Through this observation, the preacher ref |
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Christ Magnified - Part 5 by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being willing to step out in faith and serve God, highlighting the potential for individuals to make a significant impact in the world by u |