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The voice of the nobles was hushed, And their tongue stuck to the roof of their mouth.
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The Power of a Godly Presence
Commentators explain that Job's presence commanded such profound respect that even the most powerful people—nobles, counselors, and military commanders—were silenced. This awe was not just for his rank but for his personal merit, wisdom, and integrity, causing their 'tongue to cleave to the roof of their mouth.'
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The nobles - Margin, “The voice of the nobles was hid.” Literally, this may be rendered, “as to the voice the nobles hid themselves;” or the…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The nobles held their peace These may be in some respects inferior to the others; not princes of the blood, or sons …
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…
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13th Century
Catholic
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 …
