Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I too will have my say; I too will tell what I know. New Living Translation No, I will say my piece. I will speak my mind. English Standard Version I also will answer with my share; I also will declare my opinion. Berean Standard Bible I too will answer; yes, I will declare what I know. King James Bible I said, I will answer also my part, I also will shew mine opinion. New King James Version I also will answer my part, I too will declare my opinion. New American Standard Bible “I too will give my share of answers; I also will tell my opinion. NASB 1995 “I too will answer my share, I also will tell my opinion. NASB 1977 “I too will answer my share, I also will tell my opinion. Legacy Standard Bible I myself will also answer my share; I also will tell my knowledge. Amplified Bible “I too will give my share of answers; I too will express my opinion and share my knowledge. Christian Standard Bible I too will answer; yes, I will tell what I know. Holman Christian Standard Bible I too will answer; yes, I will tell what I know. American Standard Version I also will answer my part, I also will show mine opinion. Contemporary English Version No! I will give my opinion, English Revised Version I also will answer my part, I also will shew mine opinion. GOD'S WORD® Translation "I'll give my answer. I'll tell you what I know. Good News Translation No, I will give my own answer now and tell you what I think. International Standard Version "I will contribute my arguments as an answer; I'll declare what I know, Majority Standard Bible I too will answer; yes, I will declare what I know. NET Bible I too will answer my part, I too will explain what I know. New Heart English Bible I also will answer my part, and I also will show my opinion. Webster's Bible Translation I said, I will answer also my part, I also will show my opinion. World English Bible I also will answer my part, and I also will show my opinion. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI answer, even I—my share, "" I show my opinion—even I. Young's Literal Translation I answer, even I -- my share, I shew my opinion -- even I. Smith's Literal Translation I also will answer my part, I also will show my knowledge. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI also will answer my part, and will shew my knowledge. Catholic Public Domain Version I also will answer in my turn, and I will reveal my knowledge. New American Bible I too will speak my part; I also will declare my knowledge! New Revised Standard Version I also will give my answer; I also will declare my opinion. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI will answer also on my part; I also will show my knowledge. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated “I shall answer also with my word, and I shall show also my knowledge OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917I also will answer my part, I also will declare mine opinion. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Elius continued, and said, I will again speak, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elihu Rebukes Job's Three Friends…16Must I wait, now that they are silent, now that they stand and no longer reply? 17I too will answer; yes, I will declare what I know. 18For I am full of words, and my spirit within me compels me.… Cross References Proverbs 18:13 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him. Proverbs 29:20 Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him. James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few. Proverbs 15:28 The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. Proverbs 10:19 When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise. James 3:1-2 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. / We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. Proverbs 17:27-28 A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. / Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue. Matthew 12:36-37 But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. / For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions. 1 Corinthians 14:29-31 Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said. / And if a revelation comes to someone who is seated, the first speaker should stop. / For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged. Proverbs 12:23 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly. James 3:5-6 In the same way, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts of great things. Consider how small a spark sets a great forest ablaze. / The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. Proverbs 21:23 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect, Treasury of Scripture I said, I will answer also my part, I also will show my opinion. Job 32:10 Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion. Job 33:12 Behold, in this thou art not just: I will answer thee, that God is greater than man. Job 35:3,4 For thou saidst, What advantage will it be unto thee? and, What profit shall I have, if I be cleansed from my sin? … Jump to Previous Declare Forward Opinion Part Share Shew Show TurnJump to Next Declare Forward Opinion Part Share Shew Show TurnJob 32 1. Elihu is angry with Job and his three friends6. Because wisdom comes not from age, he excuses the boldness of his youth 11. He reproves them for not satisfying Job 16. His zeal to speak I too will answer; Elihu, a younger man, steps forward to speak after Job's three friends have ceased their arguments. His willingness to answer signifies a shift in the dialogue, emphasizing the importance of speaking truth and wisdom, regardless of age. This reflects the biblical principle that God can use anyone to convey His message, as seen in 1 Timothy 4:12, where Paul encourages Timothy not to let anyone look down on him because of his youth. yes, I will declare what I know. Persons / Places / Events 1. ElihuA young man who speaks after Job's three friends have finished their discourse. He is introduced in Job 32 and claims to have a fresh perspective on Job's suffering. 2. Job The central figure of the book, a man who has suffered greatly and is seeking understanding and justice from God. 3. Job's Three Friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who have attempted to explain Job's suffering through traditional wisdom but have been unable to provide satisfactory answers. 4. The Land of Uz The setting of the Book of Job, traditionally considered to be in the region of Edom or northern Arabia. 5. The Discourse The ongoing dialogue between Job and his friends, which Elihu now enters, offering his own insights. Teaching Points The Importance of ListeningElihu demonstrates the value of listening before speaking. In our interactions, we should prioritize understanding others before offering our opinions. Youth and Wisdom Elihu's boldness in speaking despite his youth reminds us that wisdom is not confined to age. Young believers can offer valuable insights and should be encouraged to share them. Speaking with Humility Elihu's approach is one of humility, acknowledging that he is offering what he knows. We should speak with humility, recognizing our limitations and the possibility of learning from others. The Role of Fresh Perspectives Elihu brings a new perspective to the discussion. In our communities, we should be open to fresh insights that challenge traditional views and encourage growth. The Courage to Speak Elihu's willingness to speak up when he feels compelled by the Spirit is a reminder to be courageous in sharing our convictions, especially when we believe they align with God's truth.Verse 17. - I said, I will answer also my part, I also will show mine opinion. The initial "I said" is superfluous. Elihu, having asked himself the question, "Shall I wait?" in ver. 16, here gives the answer. He will not wait any longer, he will take the word, he will set forth his conviction. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Iאֲנִ֣י (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I too אַף־ (’ap̄-) Conjunction Strong's 637: Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though will answer; אַעֲנֶ֣ה (’a·‘ă·neh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 6030: To answer, respond yes, אַף־ (’ap̄-) Conjunction Strong's 637: Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though I אָֽנִי׃ (’ā·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I will declare אֲחַוֶּ֖ה (’ă·ḥaw·weh) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 2331: To live, to declare, show what I know. דֵעִ֣י (ḏê·‘î) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1843: Knowledge, opinion Links Job 32:17 NIVJob 32:17 NLT Job 32:17 ESV Job 32:17 NASB Job 32:17 KJV Job 32:17 BibleApps.com Job 32:17 Biblia Paralela Job 32:17 Chinese Bible Job 32:17 French Bible Job 32:17 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Job 32:17 I also will answer my part (Jb) |
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