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For when the ear heard me, then it blessed me; And when the eye saw me, it commended me:
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A Reputation of Righteousness
Commentators explain that Job is describing his sterling public reputation. It wasn't based on his wealth, but on his character. When people heard him render judgments, they praised his wisdom and justice. When they simply saw him, their looks of admiration testified to his integrity and honorable conduct.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
When the ear heard me. - A personification for “they who heard me speak, blessed me.” That is, they commended or praised me.
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19th Century
Anglican
When the ear heard me, then it blessed me. —This is a direct negative to the charges of Eliphaz in Job 22:6 and following. He has felt the…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When the ear heard [me], then it blessed me The ear of the common people assembled together to hear causes tried, an…
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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…
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 …
