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Job 29:9

Job 29:9
The princes refrained talking, and laid their hand on their mouth.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The princes refrained talking,.... Who were in court before Job came in, and were either talking with one another about…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The princes refrained talking - As a mark of respect, or in awe of his presence. And laid their hand on their mouth - To…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 29:7-17

We have here Job in a post of honour and power. Though he had comfort enough in his own house, yet he did not confine…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Job 29:9-10

The meaning seems to be that Job's arrival put a stop to speech and discussion already going on, which was not resumed…