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God Calls Job's Bluff
Commentators explain this verse as a direct, personal challenge from God to Job. Job had repeatedly wished for a legal showdown to argue his case. God now grants him the floor, rhetorically asking if the man who wants to dispute with the Almighty is actually prepared to 'instruct' Him. It's the moment God calls Job's bluff.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 40:2
18th Century
Theologian
Shall he that contends with the Almighty instruct him? - Gesenius renders this, “Contending shall the reprover of God contend with …
Charles Ellicott
On Job 40:2
19th Century
Bishop
Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct him?—Rather, Can he that reproves (e.g., Job) c…
John Gill
On Job 40:2
17th Century
Pastor
Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct [him] ? &c.] Is he capable of it? He ought to be that takes upon him …
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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…