Charles Ellicott Commentary


Charles Ellicott Commentary
"Behold, God doeth loftily in his power: Who is a teacher like unto him?" — Job 36:22 (ASV)
Behold, God exalteth by his power.
The rest of Elihu’s speech is splendidly eloquent. He expands on the power and majesty of God and appears to be speaking in contemplation of some magnificent natural phenomenon—such as the tempest, hurricane, or whirlwind—out of which the Lord ultimately spoke (Job 38:1). It is probable that this storm was beginning to gather and that it suggested the glorious imagery of Elihu’s speech.
The points are that: