- Bible
- Job
- Chapter 34
- Verse 16
Job 34:16
“If now thou hast understanding, hear this: hearken to the voice of my words.”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Shall even he that hateth right govern?.... That hates moral and civil justice; is such an one fit to rule among men or…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
If now thou hast understanding hear this - This appears to be addressed to Job. The discourse before this had been…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 34:16-30
Elihu here addresses himself more directly to Job. He had spoken to the rest (Job 34:10) as men of understanding; now,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Job 34:16-19
The second thought: without justice rule is impossible; and therefore injustice in the supreme Ruler is inconceivable.…