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I smiled on them when they had no confidence. They didn`t reject the light of my face.

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The Power of a Look

Commentators suggest Job's influence was so profound that his non-verbal cues were decisive. One leading interpretation is that a mere smile from Job could signal disapproval of a proposal, causing its supporters to immediately lose confidence and abandon it. His facial expression alone could settle a matter, a testament to the immense weight his wisdom carried.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 29:24

18th Century

Theologian

If I laughed on them they believed it not - There is considerable variety in the interpretation of this part of the verse. Dr. Good…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Job 29:24

19th Century

Bishop

If I laughed on them. —That is, “They would not believe that I could be so affable to them, could so condescend to them—t…

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 29:24

17th Century

Pastor

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 29:18–25

17th Century

Minister

Being so honored and useful, Job had hoped to die in peace and honor, in a good old age. If such an expectation arises from lively faith in the pro…