Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Who has helped you utter these words? And whose spirit spoke from your mouth? New Living Translation Where have you gotten all these wise sayings? Whose spirit speaks through you? English Standard Version With whose help have you uttered words, and whose breath has come out from you? Berean Standard Bible To whom have you uttered these words? And whose spirit spoke through you? King James Bible To whom hast thou uttered words? and whose spirit came from thee? New King James Version To whom have you uttered words? And whose spirit came from you? New American Standard Bible “To whom have you uttered words? And whose spirit was expressed through you? NASB 1995 “To whom have you uttered words? And whose spirit was expressed through you? NASB 1977 “To whom have you uttered words? And whose spirit was expressed through you? Legacy Standard Bible To whom have you declared words? And whose breath comes out from you? Amplified Bible “To whom have you uttered [these] words? And whose spirit [inspired what] came forth from you? Christian Standard Bible With whom did you speak these words? Whose breath came out of your mouth? Holman Christian Standard Bible Who did you speak these words to? Whose breath came out of your mouth? American Standard Version To whom hast thou uttered words? And whose spirit came forth from thee? Contemporary English Version How can anyone possibly speak with such understanding? English Revised Version To whom hast thou uttered words? and whose spirit came forth from thee? GOD'S WORD® Translation To whom have you spoken [these] words, and whose spirit has spoken through you? Good News Translation Who do you think will hear all your words? Who inspired you to speak like this? International Standard Version Who helped you say all of this? Who inspired you?" Majority Standard Bible To whom have you uttered these words? And whose spirit spoke through you? NET Bible To whom did you utter these words? And whose spirit has come forth from your mouth? New Heart English Bible To whom have you uttered words? Whose spirit came forth from you? Webster's Bible Translation To whom hast thou uttered words? and whose spirit came from thee? World English Bible To whom have you uttered words? Whose spirit came out of you? Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWith whom have you declared words? And whose breath came forth from you? Young's Literal Translation With whom hast thou declared words? And whose breath came forth from thee? Smith's Literal Translation And with whom didst thou announce words? and whose breath came forth from thee? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhom hast thou desired to teach? was it not him that made life? Catholic Public Domain Version Who is it that you wanted to teach? Was it not him that created the breath of life? New American Bible With whose help have you uttered those words, whose breath comes forth from you? New Revised Standard Version With whose help have you uttered words, and whose spirit has come forth from you? Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTo whom have you uttered words? And whose soul has come forth from you? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated To whom have you shown words and whose soul has proceeded from you? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917With whose help hast thou uttered words? And whose spirit came forth from thee? Brenton Septuagint Translation To whom hast thou uttered words? and whose breath is it that has come forth from thee? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Job: Who Can Understand God's Majesty?…3How you have counseled the unwise and provided fully sound insight! 4To whom have you uttered these words? And whose spirit spoke through you? 5The dead tremble—those beneath the waters and those who dwell in them.… Cross References Job 15:8 Do you listen in on the council of God or limit wisdom to yourself? Job 32:8 But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding. Job 38:36 Who has put wisdom in the heart or given understanding to the mind? Job 12:3 But I also have a mind; I am not inferior to you. Who does not know such things as these? Job 13:2 What you know, I also know; I am not inferior to you. Job 16:3 Is there no end to your long-winded speeches? What provokes you to continue testifying? Job 21:22 Can anyone teach knowledge to God, since He judges those on high? Job 28:12-13 But where can wisdom be found, and where does understanding dwell? / No man can know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living. Job 32:18 For I am full of words, and my spirit within me compels me. Job 33:3 My words are from an upright heart, and my lips speak sincerely what I know. Job 34:35 ‘Job speaks without knowledge; his words lack insight.’ Job 35:11 who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the air?’ Job 36:4 For truly my words are free of falsehood; one perfect in knowledge is with you. Job 37:16 Do you understand how the clouds float, those wonders of Him who is perfect in knowledge? Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Treasury of Scripture To whom have you uttered words? and whose spirit came from you? whose spirit Job 20:3 I have heard the check of my reproach, and the spirit of my understanding causeth me to answer. Job 32:18 For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. 1 Kings 22:23,24 Now therefore, behold, the LORD hath put a lying spirit in the mouth of all these thy prophets, and the LORD hath spoken evil concerning thee… Jump to Previous Breath Declared Expressed Forth Help Helped Mouth Spirit Utter Uttered WordsJump to Next Breath Declared Expressed Forth Help Helped Mouth Spirit Utter Uttered WordsJob 26 1. Job, reproving the uncharitable spirit of Bildad5. acknowledges the power of God to be infinite and unsearchable To whom have you uttered these words? This phrase is part of Job's response to Bildad, one of his friends who has been offering counsel. Job challenges the relevance and originality of Bildad's words, questioning their intended audience and impact. In the broader context of the Book of Job, this reflects the ongoing debate between Job and his friends about the nature of suffering and divine justice. Job's rhetorical question implies that Bildad's words lack divine insight and are not truly helpful. This can be connected to the broader biblical theme of discerning true wisdom, as seen in Proverbs 2:6, which states that the Lord gives wisdom. The phrase also invites reflection on the source and purpose of our words, echoing the New Testament teaching in James 3:5-6 about the power of the tongue. And whose spirit spoke through you? Persons / Places / Events 1. JobThe central figure in the Book of Job, a man known for his righteousness and suffering. In this chapter, Job responds to his friends' counsel. 2. Bildad One of Job's three friends who attempts to explain Job's suffering by suggesting it is due to sin. Job 26 is part of Job's response to Bildad's speech in the previous chapter. 3. Uz The land where Job lived, often associated with the region east of Israel. It serves as the setting for the events of the Book of Job. 4. God The ultimate authority and sovereign being, whose wisdom and power are central themes in the Book of Job. 5. The Spirit Refers to the influence or inspiration behind the words spoken, questioning whether they are divinely inspired or not. Teaching Points Discernment of WordsBelievers should be discerning about the words they hear and speak, ensuring they align with God's truth. Source of Inspiration It is crucial to consider the source of our inspiration and counsel, seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit rather than human wisdom alone. Impact of Speech Our words have the power to build up or tear down. We should strive to speak life and truth, reflecting God's character. Accountability in Counsel When offering advice, we must be accountable for ensuring it is biblically sound and not based on personal bias or misunderstanding. Seeking God's Wisdom In times of confusion or suffering, seek God's wisdom through prayer and scripture, rather than relying solely on human understanding.(4) To whom.--That is, "Is it not to one who had said the same thing himself? Was it not my own breath, my own teaching, that came forth from you?" He then proceeds to show that it is not only the starry heavens that declare the glory of God, but the under world likewise, and the universe generally.Verse 4. - To whom hast thou uttered words? Whom didst thou intend to address? Surely not me, since thy words touch none of my arguments. And whose spirit came from thee? Who prompted thy speech? Was it Eliphaz (comp. Job 4:17-19)? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Toאֶת־ (’eṯ-) Preposition Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among whom מִ֭י (mî) Interrogative Strong's 4310: Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix have you uttered הִגַּ֣דְתָּ (hig·gaḏ·tā) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous these words? מִלִּ֑ין (mil·lîn) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4405: A word, a discourse, a topic And whose מִ֝י (mî) Interrogative Strong's 4310: Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix spirit וְנִשְׁמַת־ (wə·niš·maṯ-) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5397: A puff, wind, angry, vital breath, divine inspiration, intellect, an animal spoke יָצְאָ֥ה (yā·ṣə·’āh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim through you? מִמֶּֽךָּ׃ (mim·me·kā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of Links Job 26:4 NIVJob 26:4 NLT Job 26:4 ESV Job 26:4 NASB Job 26:4 KJV Job 26:4 BibleApps.com Job 26:4 Biblia Paralela Job 26:4 Chinese Bible Job 26:4 French Bible Job 26:4 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 26:4 To whom have you uttered words? 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