Job 33:2
New International Version
I am about to open my mouth; my words are on the tip of my tongue.

New Living Translation
Now that I have begun to speak, let me continue.

English Standard Version
Behold, I open my mouth; the tongue in my mouth speaks.

Berean Standard Bible
Behold, I will open my mouth; my address is on the tip of my tongue.

King James Bible
Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth.

New King James Version
Now, I open my mouth; My tongue speaks in my mouth.

New American Standard Bible
“Behold now, I open my mouth, My tongue in my mouth speaks.

NASB 1995
“Behold now, I open my mouth, My tongue in my mouth speaks.

NASB 1977
“Behold now, I open my mouth, My tongue in my mouth speaks.

Legacy Standard Bible
Behold now, I open my mouth; My tongue in my mouth speaks.

Amplified Bible
“Behold, I have opened my mouth [to begin my speech]; My tongue in my mouth is going to speak.

Christian Standard Bible
I am going to open my mouth; my tongue will form words on my palate.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I am going to open my mouth; my tongue will form words on my palate.

American Standard Version
Behold now, I have opened my mouth; My tongue hath spoken in my mouth.

Contemporary English Version
Everything I will say

English Revised Version
Behold now, I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I've opened my mouth. The words are on the tip of my tongue.

Good News Translation
I am ready to say what's on my mind.

International Standard Version
Look! I've begun to speak, and I'm fashioning my words.

Majority Standard Bible
Behold, I will open my mouth; my address is on the tip of my tongue.

NET Bible
See now, I have opened my mouth; my tongue in my mouth has spoken.

New Heart English Bible
See now, I have opened my mouth. My tongue has spoken in my mouth.

Webster's Bible Translation
Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue hath spoken in my mouth.

World English Bible
See now, I have opened my mouth. My tongue has spoken in my mouth.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Now behold, I have opened my mouth, "" My tongue has spoken in the palate.

Young's Literal Translation
Lo, I pray thee, I have opened my mouth, My tongue hath spoken in the palate.

Smith's Literal Translation
Behold, now, I opened my mouth, my tongue spake in my palate.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Behold now I have opened my mouth, let my tongue speak within my jaws.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Behold, I have opened my mouth; let my tongue speak along with my throat.

New American Bible
Behold, now I open my mouth; my tongue and voice form words.

New Revised Standard Version
See, I open my mouth; the tongue in my mouth speaks.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue speaks in my mouth.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Behold, I have opened my mouth and in my mouth my tongue speaks
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Behold now, I have opened my mouth, My tongue hath spoken in my mouth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
For behold, I have opened my mouth, and my tongue has spoken.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Elihu Rebukes Job
1“But now, O Job, hear my speech, and listen to all my words. 2Behold, I will open my mouth; my address is on the tip of my tongue. 3My words are from an upright heart, and my lips speak sincerely what I know.…

Cross References
Psalm 49:3
My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding.

Proverbs 8:6-7
Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right. / For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.

Psalm 19:14
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Proverbs 15:28
The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil.

Matthew 12:34-37
You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. / But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. ...

James 3:2-10
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. / When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can guide the whole animal. / Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined. ...

Psalm 37:30
The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice.

Proverbs 10:32
The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse.

Isaiah 50:4
The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple.

Luke 6:45
The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.

Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

Colossians 4:6
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.

Psalm 119:13
With my lips I proclaim all the judgments of Your mouth.

Proverbs 12:18
Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

Ephesians 4:29
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.


Treasury of Scripture

Behold, now I have opened my mouth, my tongue has spoken in my mouth.

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Job 3:1
After this opened Job his mouth, and cursed his day.

Psalm 78:2
I will open my mouth in a parable: I will utter dark sayings of old:

Matthew 5:2
And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,

mouth.

Job 31:30
Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul.

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Job 33
1. Elihu offers himself instead of God to reason with Job
8. He excuses God from giving man an account of his ways, by his greatness
14. God calls man to repentance by visions, by afflictions, and by his ministry
31. He incites Job to attention














Behold now
The phrase "Behold now" serves as an imperative call to attention, urging the listener to focus on what is about to be said. In the Hebrew text, the word "behold" is often translated from "הִנֵּה" (hinneh), which is used throughout the Old Testament to draw attention to something significant or to introduce a statement of importance. This phrase sets the stage for Elihu's speech, emphasizing the gravity and sincerity of his forthcoming words. It is a reminder to the reader or listener to pause and consider the weight of the message being delivered.

I have opened my mouth
This expression signifies the act of speaking with intention and purpose. In the ancient Near Eastern context, opening one's mouth was often associated with the act of prophecy or delivering a message of wisdom. The Hebrew verb "פָּתַח" (pathach) means to open, and it conveys the idea of readiness and willingness to communicate. Elihu is preparing to share his insights, suggesting that what follows is not mere casual conversation but a deliberate and thoughtful discourse.

my tongue in my mouth has spoken
The imagery of the tongue and mouth highlights the physical act of speech, underscoring the personal responsibility Elihu feels for the words he is about to utter. The Hebrew word for tongue, "לָשׁוֹן" (lashon), is often used metaphorically in the Bible to represent speech and language. This phrase emphasizes the human element of communication, reminding us that while divine inspiration may guide speech, it is ultimately expressed through human faculties. Elihu's declaration that his tongue has spoken suggests a sense of accountability and earnestness, as he prepares to offer his perspective on Job's situation.

Verse 2. - Behold, now I have opened my mouth. (On the solemnity of the phrase, "opened my mouth," see the comment upon Job 3:1.) My tongue hath spoken in my mouth; literally, in my palate (comp. Job 6:30). Each word has been, as it were, tasted; that is, seriously considered and examined beforehand. My remarks will not be crude, extempore remarks; so may they be the better worth attending to.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Behold
הִנֵּה־ (hin·nêh-)
Interjection
Strong's 2009: Lo! behold!

now,
נָ֭א (nā)
Interjection
Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then'

I will open
פָּתַ֣חְתִּי (pā·ṯaḥ·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 6605: To open wide, to loosen, begin, plough, carve

my mouth;
פִ֑י (p̄î)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to

what I speak
דִּבְּרָ֖ה (dib·bə·rāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

is on the tip
בְחִכִּֽי׃ (ḇə·ḥik·kî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 2441: Palate, roof of the mouth, gums

of my tongue.
לְשׁוֹנִ֣י (lə·šō·w·nî)
Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3956: The tongue


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