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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
So that his life abhorreth bread,.... Through the force of pain he loses his appetite for food, and even a nausea of it…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
So that his life abhorreth bread - It is a common effect of sickness to take away the appetite. Elihu here regards it as…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
His life abhorreth bread - These expressions strongly and naturally point out that general nausea, or loathing which…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 33:19-28
God has spoken once to sinners by their own consciences, to keep them from the paths of the destroyer, but they perceive…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
his life Or, desire (appetite, ch. Job 38:39). The words mean lit. his desire maketh him abhor.
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