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So "my stroke" ("hand," Job 23:2 , Margin). (31-37)1-9 Elihu calls upon those present to decide with him upon Job's words. "[22] It is not hard to discern Elihu's intended application of these words to Job. 3 For the ear [trieth/tests/assesses] words, as the [mouth/palate] tasteth [meat/food]. Where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves. . Job's own words ( Job 13:18 , 27:2 ). 12:11 the ear tests words. In Job 34:2 , Elihu had spoken to all in general, now he calls Job's special attention. "For his eyes are upon the ways of a man. 2 Then the wrath of Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram, was aroused against Job; his wrath was aroused because he justified himself rather than God. I have done iniquity, I will do it no more? Job 34:17 . "It is impossible to justify this third charge from anything that Job had said. In opposition to Job, Job 34:5 , will not--cannot. "In the open sight of others" (Job 34:24). 30. 13-30; shows how men should address God, and how irreverently Job has acted, Job 34… If the world were not God's property, as having been made by Him, but committed to His charge by some superior, it might be possible for Him to act unjustly, as He would not thereby be injuring Himself; but as it is, for God to act unjustly would undermine the whole order of the world, and so would injure God's own property ( Job 36:23 ). "Men of understanding say to me, Wise men who listen to me: 'Job speaks without knowledge, His words are without wisdom.' Log In/Sign Up New International Version ... Job 34. Christianity. Driver noted that, "The reason why God does not excuse wickedness in the rich and powerful is that they are his creatures with whom he has no cause to curry favor; and the proof that they are wicked is the fact that such persons die early. . Elihu begins with an exhortation to Job's friends, Job 34:1-4; charges Job with accusing God of acting unrighteously, which he shows is impossible, Job 34:5-12; points out the power and judgments of the Almighty, vv. Verses 21-30 For his eyes are upon the ways of a man, And he seeth all his goings. Margin, not so well, "My father," Elihu addressing God. "[10] The word here rendered `scoffing,' according to Keil, carries the meaning of `blasphemy.'"[11]. The lectionary has been running consecutively through Mark 9 and 10 the past four weeks, but it skips 10:32-34 just before today’s lesson. “Job had devoted an entire speech to the subject of God’s apparent indifference to his plight (Job 23) and the plight of all who suffer and are oppressed (Job 24).” (Smick) b. 14, 15. Let any such tell us what is their opinion. Were I to renounce my right (that is, confess myself guilty), I should die. The true answer to Job, which God follows up ( Job 38:1-41 ). 5:21, 22 what is right; let us know among ourselves what is good. answers for wicked godly are not removed until they produce the effect designed. 31. (Verse 16-30.) When he giveth quietness, who then can condemn? Job had longed for an `umpire' who might plead his case before God; but Elihu declares that God needs no such assistance, because he is omniscient (Job 34:22-23). Psalm. Rather, "should God recompense (sinners) according to thy mind? Job 34:2 Hear my words, O ye wise men; and give ear unto me, ye that have knowledge. 13-30; shows how men should address God, and how irreverently Job has acted, Job 34… Job. Elihu continues blasting Job (Job 34:1-9) 1 Furthermore Elihu answered and said, 2 Hear my words, O ye wise men; and give ear unto me, ye that have knowledge. 37 For he adds rebellion to his sin. In whatever way Job 34:14 is translated, Job 34:15 shows the terrible result. Salem Media Group. This was the type of theology Job … Elihu proclaims God's justice (34:1-37) a. 2. For the ear tests words As the palate tastes food. In these final verses of the chapter, in spite of several of them being very obscure, or even unintelligible, it is clear enough that Elihu's prescription for Job is simple enough: "Either admit your wickedness, or we hope God will punish you to death." The arrow in me is fatal, though I am free from transgression. And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? Site Search Arabic Bible Gallery. scorning--against God ( Job 15:4 ). It appears to this writer that one of the primary purposes of this book was that of contradicting that nearly universal fallacy. 6. "[23] Also, Driver noted that, "These verses, as a whole, are unintelligible, or at least very ambiguous; and, in view of the extreme uncertainty of the remainder, insoluble."[24]. Verses 1-34: Job strikes at the heart of his friends’ assumption that the wicked are judged and the righteous are blessed. For he adds rebellion to his sin; He claps his hands among us, For he adds rebellion to his sin; He claps his hands among us, In beginning this part of the address, in which Elihu vindicates God’s character against Job’s insinuations, he addresses the friends of Job, and perhaps others who were gathered there. 22. shadow of death--thick darkness ( Amos 9:2 Amos 9:3 , Psalms 139:12 ). ( Job 8:3 ). In Luke 13:1-5, Christ pointed out that those men whose blood Pilate had mingled with the sacrifices, and that those men upon whom the tower of Siloam fell were not any worse sinners than other citizens of Jerusalem; and in John 9:2-3, even the apostles of Christ had to be told that neither the blind man nor his parents had committed sins that resulted in his being born blind. on StudyLight.org Commentary on Job 38:1-7 [34-41] October 18, 2009. 26. Elihu continues blasting Job (Job 34:1-9) 1 Furthermore Elihu answered and said, 2 Hear my words, O ye wise men; and give ear unto me, ye that have knowledge. God's loving preservation of His creatures proves He cannot be selfish, and therefore cannot be unjust. God's omniscience and omnipotence enable Him to execute immediate justice. "Therefore hearken unto me, ye men of understanding: Far be it from God that he should do wickedness. Verses 21-30 For his eyes are upon the ways of a man, And he seeth all his goings. One big problem though - God does declare Job righteous before these witnesses in Job 42; that invalidates Elihu's argument here. "For thou saidst, What advantage will it be unto thee? THE FACT OF GOD'S RULE PROVES ITS JUSTICE. no more--( Proverbs 28:13 , Ephesians 4:22 ). In a moment shall they die — Whensoever God doth but give the word, and send his summons for them. Job virtually had said so ( Job 27:4 Job 27:5 , 6:28 ). But God permitted "the satan", one of the heavenly minions, to 8. 2. One reason God seems cruel in ignoring cries of the afflicted is that he does not hear the insincere cries of the proud (Job 35:9-13). On the contrary, God speaks directly to Job, just as He does in the patriarchal age with Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and other heads of households (see Job 38-42). of UMBREIT and MAURER lose this by translating, as the Hebrew will bear, "Has any a right to say to God, I have borne chastisement and yet have not sinned?" Partly here; fully, hereafter ( Jeremiah 32:19 , Romans 2:6 , 1 Peter 1:17 , Revelation 22:12 ). Divinity of Christ; The Nature of Christ; The Coptic Orthodox Church of Egypt . In opposition to Job, Job 34:5, will not--cannot. tried--by calamities. Commentaries: Matthew Henry JFB Commentary Wesley's Notes Geneva Study Bible : View Job 34 in the note window. Chapter 34 Elihu, it is likely, paused awhile, to see if Job had any thing to say against his discourse in the foregoing chapter; but he sitting silent, and it is likely intimating his desire that he … All sorrow is a proof of the common heritage of sin, in which the godly shares; and therefore he ought to regard it as a merciful correction. 7. ( 1 Corinthians 10:13 , Lamentations 3:32 , Isaiah 27:8 ). . . Gospel. Yes, Job was not yet dead; but Elihu expected him to die at any time. Job 34:28 states in what respect they "considered not God's ways," namely, by oppression, whereby "they caused the cry," &c. 29. Although it is not entirely unique in the Psalter, the most striking thing about Psalm 91 is that it ends with a divine speech in verses 14-16. (so Job 34:6 ). 16. MAURER, from the reference being only to the godless, in the next clause, and Job 34:20 translates, "When God keeps quiet" (leaves men to perish) Psalms 83:1 ; [UMBREIT] from the Arabic (strikes to the earth), "who shall condemn Him as unjust?" ( Job 15:16 ). Although Job's persistent affirmation of his integrity seemed to his friends to be an accusation against God, they had totally misunderstood Job's position. 4 Let us choose # 1 Thess. A proverbial expression, already used by Job in … . He says, "I haven't done anything wrong," and he infers from that that God should bless him. Job 34:24 - 'He breaks in pieces mighty men without inquiry, And sets others in their place. Literally, (Is it fit) to be said to a king? He claps his hands among us and multiplies his words against God.” Biblical Commentary Job 38:1-11, 34-41 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: The context for any passage in the book of Job has to begin with chapter 1, which establishes Job's excellent character (1:1-5), acknowledged even by God (1:8). Job 34 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. At this point the whole book slightly shifts its focus. (9-13) Elihu reproves Job's impatience. . Job 34:34-36. "This second speech of Elihu is not addressed primarily to Job, but to a group called `wise men'; and Elihu is no longer reasoning with Job with a view to helping him. 24. break in pieces--( Psalms 2:9 , Job 12:18 , Daniel 2:21 ). Article Images Copyright © 2021 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. "For Job has said, 'I am innocent, and God has taken away my right.'" 3. (Verse 10-15.) God; Jesus Christ . 34:10-15 Elihu had showed Job, that God meant him no hurt by afflicting him, but intended his spiritual benefit. Elihu begins with an exhortation to Job's friends, Job 34:1-4; charges Job with accusing God of acting unrighteously, which he shows is impossible, Job 34:5-12; points out the power and judgments of the Almighty, vv. Job 34 commentary 1. It was not true in the days of Job; it was not true in the days of Christ; and it is not true today. It was only a deduction made by Elihu from the general drift of what Job was saying."[2]. 37 For he adds rebellion to his sin; he u claps his hands among us. Life would cease (cf. This title does not elsewhere occur in Job. Elihu’s four-part speech is followed by God breaking His silence to directly answer Job. without hand--without visible agency, by the mere word of God (so Job 20:26 , Zechariah 4:6 , Daniel 2:34 ). 13. Introduction. As omniscient Judge who sees all the ways of humankind, he often brings judgment (Job 34:21-28) but must not be questioned when he does not decree speedy retribution (Job 34:29-30). . 3 For the ear trieth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. Whereas Job had argued from the particular to the general, from his own case, to the character of God, as confirmed by other injustices around him, Elihu dealt only with his concept of theology (which was in error), concluding from it that Job was wicked. This of course, was merely Elihu's analysis of the situation; and he was totally in error. So, just like a … Let us choose for us that which is right: Let us know among ourselves what is good. Elihu reproves Job. But in this point, about the chastening hand of God upon him, he had said some things which betrayed lack of knowledge (as in Job 34:5). Commentary on Psalm 91:9-16. JOB 34 COMME TARY EDITED BY GLE PEASE 1 Then Elihu said: BAR ES, "Furthermore, Elihu answered and said - That is, evidently, after a pause to see if Job … Job 31:1-23 Job Asserts His Integrity. Job 31:24-40 Job Concludes His Self Defense. 4. judgment--Let us select among the conflicting sentiments advanced, what will stand the test of examination. Proud member 27, 28. Log In/Sign Up New International Version (NIV) ... Job 34. Instead of blessing him, God has denied him that right to blessing. But God permitted "the satan", one of the heavenly 34, 35. Commentary on Job 38:1-7 [34-41] Like George Bailey in It’s a Wonderful Life, Job responds to his troubles by wishing he had never been born (Job 3). Toggle navigation. Margin, not so well, "My father," Elihu addressing God. (Job 34:34-37) Job's multiplied sins invite God's judgment. Commentary on Isaiah 53:4-12. This chapter is addressed also to the "friends" as the thirty-third chapter to Job alone. 34, 35. Elihu further answered and said: “Hear my words, you wise men; Give ear to me, you who have knowledge. Job hath spoken without knowledge — Job seems to me to be very much mistaken, and his discourse to be inconsiderate, and without reason. answers for wicked godly are not removed until they produce the effect designed. Image from the camel. "Elihu continued to ignore the particular situation of Job and dealt only in generalities. without transgression--without fault of mine to deserve it ( Job 16:17 ). Just look how public Job's disasters were! Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. The Book of Job Commentary by A. R. FAUSSET CHAPTER 34 Job 34:1-37. Job virtually goes in company (makes common cause) with the wicked, by taking up their sentiments ( Job 9:22 Job 9:23 Job 9:30 , 21:7-15 ), or at least by saying, that those who act on such sentiments are unpunished ( Malachi 3:14 ). Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. Elihu, son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram, appears suddenly and as suddenly disappears. New International Version Update. Outline of Job 34 Elihu accuses Job of charging God with injustice. Elihu begins with an exhortation to Job's friends, Job 34:1-4; charges Job with accusing God of acting unrighteously, which he shows is impossible, Job 34:5-12; points out the power and judgments of the Almighty, vv. He claps his hands among us and multiplies his words against God.” "Again it must be remarked that Job had not said this. hideth . 10 - 25. ( Proverbs 16:7 , Isaiah 26:3 ). Rather, "men . ", "What man is like Job, who drinketh up scoffing like water" (Job 34:7). Both these verses (Job 34:19-20) deal with the doom of persons who accuse rulers (especially God) of injustice. (14-26) Commentary on Job 35:1-8 (Read Job 35:1-8) Elihu reproves Job for justifying himself more than God, and called his attention to the heavens. 34 Let men of understanding tell me, and let a wise man hearken unto me. as the palate tastes food. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, "Notwithstanding my right, I am accounted a liar", "What man is like Job, who drinketh up scoffing like water", "For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself in God", "The work of a man he (God) will render unto him", "Shall even one that hateth justice govern", "Him that saith to a king, Thou art vile". 37 For he adds rebellion to his sin. Job 34:3 For the ear trieth words, as the mouth tasteth meat. But no one says, “Where is God my Maker” : Elihu noted that men seek God in their time of need, but their seeking often isn’t sincere. And why did God do all this to Job? If the world were not God's property, as having been made by Him, but committed to His charge by some superior, it might be possible for Him to act unjustly, as He would not thereby be injuring Himself; but as it is, for God to act unjustly would undermine the whole order of the world, and so would injure God's own property ( Job 36:23 ). My wound is incurable, though I am without transgression.’ What man is like Job, Who drinks scorn like water, Who goes in company with the workers of iniquity, And walks with wicked … This they asserted, but Job denied. Commentary for Job 34 . Job has to stand alone, but he is determined to be faithful. He breaketh in pieces mighty men in ways past finding out. 20. they--"the rich" and "princes" who offend God. as the tongue tastes food. "The mighty are taken away without hand" (Job 34:20). the people--namely, of the guilty princes: guilty also themselves. And would not have regard to any of his ways: So that they caused the cry of the poor to come upon him. Listen, all of you, and let's determine together what is right. $3.99 a month puts a library of commentaries, study notes, and Greek & Hebrew language tools right in your pocket. (Verse 31-37.) Let us choose justice for ourselves; Let us know among ourselves what is good.” “For Job has said, ‘I am righteous, But God has taken away my justice; Should I lie concerning my right? Shews God's justice, sovereignty, power, omniscience, ver. This was, Whether outward prosperity is a mark of the true church, and the true members of it, so that ruin of a man's prosperity proves him a hypocrite? With the whole community coming together under Elihu's extremely bitter and antagonistic speech, and presumably favoring Elihu's evil accusations against Job, we may well presume that the greatest pressure that Satan could possibly have brought against Job reached its climax in this vituperative, disgusting, egotistical and satanic assault upon Job's integrity. "[13] In context, this was merely Elihu's way of saying that, "Job is getting exactly what he deserves." 32. multiplieth . on StudyLight.org StudyLıght .org . 34 … Job 34. (Job 34:34-37) Job's multiplied sins invite God's judgment. 2. govern--literally, "bind," namely, by authority (so "reign," 1 Samuel 9:17 , Margin). "For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing that he should delight himself in God" (Job 34:9). Nor regardeth the rich more than the poor; And the mighty are taken away without hand. Job had longed for an `umpire' who might plead his case before God; but Elihu declares that God needs no such assistance, because he is omniscient (Job 34:22-23). Although it is not entirely unique in the Psalter, the most striking thing about Psalm 91 is that it ends with a divine speech in verses 14-16. Elihu in Job 34:34 moves to rally the whole community (that assembly of onlookers flattered by Elihu as `wise men') against Job, calling upon them to approve his verdict that Job is not only a terrible sinner but an ignoramus also (Job 34:34-35). Job 34:1-15 Elihu Proclaims God’s Justice. He is a king over all the children of pride - Referring, by "the children of pride," to the animals that are bold, proud, courageous - as the lion, the panther, etc. 17. More Job commentaries. 1 - 4. (v. 1-4) [See the verdict in v. 33. ", "Hear my words, ye wise men" (Job 34:2). Benson Commentary Job 34:20-21. Who goeth in company with the workers of iniquity, For he hath said, It profiteth a man nothing, That he should delight himself with God. The relevance of these New Testament passage is seen in the fact that people supposed the victims of those tragedies were being punished for their sins. The noted Albert Barnes gave it as, "In respect to my cause, I am regarded a liar. The great error of Elihu's bombastic words here is that, "He says a lot about God's justice but not a word about divine grace. In Job 42:7 the Lord condemns Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar. New International Version Update. 34. Job 37 Commentary: The Effect of a Storm on Man… But the coming storm also has an effect on man – and Elihu himself testifies to being personally moved at the approaching storm. We protest the evil rendition of Job 34:6 by Pope in the Anchor Bible. Because the afflicted tribes of Judah were preserved in captivity and restored to their own land, the history of the period which is before the writer’s mind appears to him to supply a conclusive proof of the righteousness of the Almighty. "[7] Many of the greatest scholars reject such a rendition. 2. Job 37 Commentary: The Effect of a Storm on Man… But the coming storm also has an effect on man – and Elihu himself testifies to being personally moved at the approaching storm. 32 So these three men stopped answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. Elihu. Psalm. Though no hypocrite, Job, like all, had sin; therefore through affliction he was to be brought to humble himself under God. The Book of Job Commentary by A. R. FAUSSET CHAPTER 34 Job 34:1-37. Then it is for thee to reject and to choose, and not me" [UMBREIT]; or as MAURER, "For thou hast rejected God's way of recompensing; state therefore thy way, for thou must choose, not I," that is, it is thy part, not mine, to show a better way than God's. "Would that Job were tried to the end" (Job 34:36), Elihu by this is calling on the assembly to ratify his verdict that Job must either confess his wickedness, or they favor God's putting him to death. He needs not to be long on the "watch," as Job thought ( Job 7:12 , 2 Chronicles 16:9 , Jeremiah 32:19 ). Then comes the final test, when he receives a visit from three of his friends. Job accordingly says so ( Job 40:3-5 , Micah 7:9 , Leviticus 26:41 ). His words are without wisdom.’ 36 I wish that Job were tried to the end, because of his answering like wicked men. It would be a gross outrage to reproach thus an earthly monarch, much more the King of kings ( Exodus 22:28 ). 5. judgment--my right. . All rights reserved. He is attacking Job."[3]. One reason God seems cruel in ignoring cries of the afflicted is that he does not hear the insincere cries of the proud (Job 35:9-13). The government of the world would be impossible if injustice were sanctioned. my wound--literally, "mine arrow," namely, by which I am pierced. He knows their works, without a formal investigation ( Job 34:24 ). face--( Job 23:8 Job 23:9 , Psalms 13:1 ). 9. with God--in intimacy ( Psalms 50:18 , Margin). Job 34:5 For Job hath said, I am righteous: and God hath taken away my judgment. But no one says, “Where is God my Maker” : Elihu noted that men seek God … Commentary on Mark 10:35-45. "[14], "God will not do wickedly" (Job 34:12). 34. ( Acts 10:34 , 2 Chronicles 19:7 , Proverbs 22:2 , Job 31:15 ). 1 So these three men ceased answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. will say to me, and the wise man ( Job 34:2 Job 34:10) who hearkens to me (will say), 'Job hath spoken,'" &c. 36. [18] This was Elihu's answer to what he conceived as Job's accusation against God. "In this Elihu repeats the slander of Eliphaz, replacing `iniquity' with `scoffing,' and adding a totally groundless accusation that Job is a companion of evildoers (Job 34:8). Clarke's Job 34:32 Bible Commentary That which I see not - "What I do not know, teach thou me; wherein I have done iniquity, I will do so no more." God cannot be unjust. Taking our text as it stands in our version, it teaches that Elihu blasts Job: "because he has not admitted his sin" (Job 34:31-32); and also because he has not allowed his friends to prescribe his punishment, but has insisted on refusing it (Job 34:33). 37 For he adds rebellion to his sin; he u claps his hands among us. And cause every man to find according to his ways. First Reading. By authority ( so `` reign, '' namely, by authority so... Am accounted a liar enthralled by further oppression, '' namely, penalty. 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