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The princes refrained from talking, And laid their hand on their mouth;

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

The princes refrained talking – As a mark of respect, or in awe of his presence.

And laid their hand on their mouth – To lay t…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

The princes refrained talking. —Compare Isaiah 52:15.

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

The princes refrained talking
Who were in court before Job came in, and were either talking with one another about …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

All sorts of people paid respect to Job, not only for the dignity of his rank, but also for his personal merit: his prudence, integrity, and good m…

Thomas Aquinas

Thomas Aquinas

ThomasAquinas

13th Century
Catholic
13th Century

Previously, Job had shown in general terms why it is not contrary to divine justice for the wicked to prosper while the good—who are given greater …

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