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"Surely you have spoken in my hearing, I have heard the voice of your words, saying,
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A Firsthand Account
Commentators like Albert Barnes and John Gill note that Elihu begins by establishing his credibility. He emphasizes that his critique is not based on rumors or second-hand information, but on the very words he personally heard Job speak. This sets the stage for a direct and factual confrontation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Surely you have spoken in my hearing—Margin, as in Hebrew “ears.” This shows that Elihu had been present during the debate, and had attentiv…
19th Century
Baptist
Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee. Surely thou hast spoken in mine hearing and I have hear…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Surely you have spoken in my hearing After the above preface, Elihu proceeds to the point in hand, and enters a char…
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Elihu charges Job with questioning the justice and goodness of God. When we hear anything said to God's dishonor, we ought to bear our testimony ag…
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,…
