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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
I will speak, that I may be refreshed,.... That his mind might be made easy; the matter it was full of lay with much…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
I will speak, that I may be refreshed - Margin, “breathe.” The meaning is, that he would then have room to breathe…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
I will open my lips and answer - In the preceding verse Elihu compares himself to a skin-bottle, in which the wine was…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 32:15-22
Three things here apologize for Elihu's interposing as he does in this controversy which had already been canvassed by…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
be refreshed Rather, find relief; lit. get airor vent. The figure is still that of fermenting wine, Job 32:32.