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Behold, my terror shall not make you afraid, Neither shall my pressure be heavy on you.
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A Mediator for Job
Commentators unanimously explain that Elihu is directly answering Job's earlier prayer (Job 13:21) for a way to plead his case before God without being overwhelmed by divine terror. By presenting himself as a fellow human speaking on God's behalf, Elihu provides the very kind of mediator Job had wished for, creating a safe space for an honest dialogue.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid (Job 33:7a). Job had earnestly desired to present his case directly before…
19th Century
Anglican
Neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee — that is, I will deal gently with you, and not be harsh.
Baptist
Behold, I am according to your wish in God's stead: I also am formed out of the clay. Behold, my terror shall not make you afraid, neither shal…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Behold, my terror shall not make you afraid To come near, join issue in a debate, and speak freely; this Job had wis…
Job had desired a judge to decide his appeal. Elihu was one according to his wish, a man like himself. If we would rightly convince men, it must be…
13th Century
Catholic
The text has already stated that Elihu was angry with Job and his friends (Job 32:2–3). After denouncing the laziness of Job’s friends,…
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