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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
He preserveth not the life of the wicked,.... He makes a difference between wicked and righteous men, which shows him to…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
He preserveth not the life of the wicked - Elihu here maintains substantially the same sentiment which the three friends…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
He preserveth not the life - He will not give life to the wicked; all such forfeit life by their transgressions.
But…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 36:5-14
Elihu, being to speak on God's behalf, and particularly to ascribe righteousness to his Maker, here shows that the…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Illustration of the operation of God's understanding, giving to all conditions of men their due.
right to the poor…
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