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"Listen to this, Job: Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
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The Discipline of Stillness
Commentators explain that the command to "stand still" is a call to cease activity and enter a state of reverent, calm contemplation. The goal is to quiet the soul in order to thoughtfully consider God's works, allowing the mind to be filled with appropriate awe and respect for the Creator.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Listen to this, O Job - That is, to the lesson which such events are suited to convey concerning God.
Stand still - In a postu…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Hearken to this, O Job Either to the present clap of thunder then heard; or rather to what Elihu had last said concerning clou…
Proper thoughts about the works of God will help to reconcile us to all His providences. Just as God has a powerful, freezing north wind, so He has…
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13th Century
Catholic
After Elihu told of the many marvels of God's works, he now attacks Job, who seemed to accuse God of injustice because he could not yet understand …
