Job 32:5
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Job 32:5 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Job 32:5 is a verse from the book of Job in the Old Testament. The NIV reads: "When Elihu saw that the three men had stopped answering Job, he burned with anger." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Job 32:5 — NIV
“When Elihu saw that the three men had stopped answering Job, he burned with anger.”
— Job 32:5 (NIV)
Cross-References for Job 32:5
“So Elihu son of Barakel the Buzite said: “I am young in years, and you are old; that is why I was fearful, presuming to tell you what I know.”
Elihu explains his hesitancy to speak because of his youth.
“I thought, ‘Age should speak; advanced years should teach wisdom.’”
Elihu's expectation that age should bring wisdom is contrasted with the reality he observes.
“It is not only the old who are wise, not only the aged who understand what is right.”
Continuation of Elihu's thought from vs 7, explaining why he can't depend on the old for wisdom
“Therefore I say: Listen to me; I too will tell you what I know.”
Elihu, having seen that the old don't have answers, offers his own opinion.
“I waited while you spoke, I listened carefully to your arguments; I pondered what you were saying until you searched for words.”
Elihu explains how long he's been holding back, waiting for them to convince Job.
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