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Job 37:14

Job 37:14
Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Hearken unto this, O Job,.... Either to the present clap of thunder then heard; or rather to what Elihu had last said concerning clouds of rain coming for correction or mercy; and improve it and apply…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Hearken unto this, O Job - That is, to the lesson which such events are fitted to convey respecting God. Stand still - In a posture of reverence and attention. The object is to secure a calm…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Hearken unto this - Hear what I say on the part of God. Stand still - Enter into deep contemplation on the subject.

And consider - Weigh every thing; examine separately and collectively; and draw…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Job 37:14-20

Elihu here addresses himself closely to Job, desiring him to apply what he had hitherto said to himself. He begs that he would hearken to this discourse (Job 37:14), that he would pause awhile: Stand…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Job 37:14-23

Elihu's own imagination kindles at the thought of the wonders which he is unfolding, and he beseeches Job to observe them with a reverent awe, and learn from them the unsearchableness of Him who is…