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Therefore men revere him. He doesn`t regard any who are wise of heart."
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God's Sovereign Independence
Commentators explain that this verse concludes Elihu's speech by highlighting God's absolute independence. He does not need or rely on human wisdom or counsel to form His plans. Because He is original, inscrutable, and all-powerful, the only appropriate human response is profound reverence and submission.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Men do therefore fear him—There is reason why they should fear Him, or why they should treat Him with reverence.
He r…
19th Century
Anglican
Men do therefore fear him. —Or, “Therefore men may fear Him; but as for the wise in heart, no one even of them shall …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Men do therefore fear him Or should, because of his greatness in power, judgment, and justice; and because of his go…
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Elihu concludes his discourse with some great sayings concerning the glory of God. Light always is, but is not always to be seen. When clouds come …
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 …
