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Moreover Yahweh answered Job,

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God Continues His Case

Commentators explain that the word 'answered' here doesn't mean God is replying to a specific question from Job. Rather, it signifies that God is resuming His speech after a pause, continuing His divine discourse to address the root of Job's attitude and complaints.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 40:1

18th Century

Theologian

Moreover, the Lord answered Job - The word “answered” is used here as it is often in the Scriptures, not to denote a reply to what …

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 40:1

17th Century

Pastor

Moreover the Lord answered Job
The Lord having discoursed largely of the works of nature, in order to reconcile the …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 40:1–5

17th Century

Minister

Communion with the Lord effectively convinces and humbles a saint, and makes him glad to part with his most beloved sins. It is necessary to be tho…