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while you were searching for words,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/32.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />“I have waited all this time, listening very carefully to your arguments, listening to you grope for words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/32.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />“Behold, I waited for your words, I listened for your wise sayings, while you searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Indeed, I waited while you spoke; I listened to your reasoning; as you searched for words,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/32.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/32.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Indeed I waited for your words, I listened to your reasonings, while you searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/32.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Behold, I waited for your words, I listened to your skillful speech, While you pondered what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/32.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Behold, I waited for your words, I listened to your reasonings, While you pondered what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/32.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Behold, I waited for your words, I listened to your reasonings, While you pondered what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/32.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />“Behold, I waited for your words, I gave ear to your reasonings, While you searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/32.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“You see, I waited for your words, I listened to your [wise] reasons, While you pondered <i>and</i> searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/32.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Look, I waited for your conclusions; I listened to your insights as you sought for words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/32.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Look, I waited for your conclusions; I listened to your insights as you sought for words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/32.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words, I listened for your reasonings, Whilst ye searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/32.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I eagerly listened to each of your arguments, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/32.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words, I listened for your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/32.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I waited for you to speak. I listened for you to share your understanding until you could find the right words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/32.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I listened patiently while you were speaking and waited while you searched for wise phrases. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/32.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Look! I have waited to hear your speech, so I listened to your insights while you searched for the right words to say. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/32.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Indeed, I waited while you spoke; I listened to your reasoning; as you searched for words,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/32.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Look, I waited for you to speak; I listened closely to your wise thoughts,while you were searching for words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/32.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />"Look, I waited for your words, and I listened for your reasoning, while you searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/32.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/32.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“Behold, I waited for your words, and I listened for your reasoning, while you searched out what to say. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/32.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, I have waited for your words, I give ear to your reasons, "" Until you search out sayings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/32.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Lo, I have waited for your words, I give ear unto your reasons, Till ye search out sayings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/32.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words, giving ear even to your understandings while ye will search out words.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/32.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For I have waited for your words, I have given ear to your wisdom, as long as you were disputing in words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/32.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For I have endured your words; I have paid attention to your deliberations, while you were being argumentative with words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/32.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Behold, I have waited for your words, have given ear to your arguments, as you searched out what to say. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/32.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />“See, I waited for your words, I listened for your wise sayings, while you searched out what to say.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/32.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Behold, I kept silent while you spoke; I gave ear until you made an end of speaking, while you searched for words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/32.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Behold, I kept silent for you and for your words, and I paid attention until you finished and I examined you with words<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/32.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Behold, I waited for your words, I listened for your reasons, Whilst ye searched out what to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/32.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Hearken to my words; for I will speak in your hearing, until ye shall have tried <i>the matter</i> with words:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/32-11.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XAwuD5NuZq0?start=4906" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Elihu Rebukes Job's Three Friends</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; I too will declare what I know.’ <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2005.htm" title="2005: hên (Interjection) -- Lo! behold! A primitive particle; lo!; also if.">Indeed,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3176.htm" title="3176: hō·w·ḥal·tî (V-Hifil-Perf-1cs) -- To wait, await. A primitive root; to wait; by implication, to be patient, hope.">I waited</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: lə·ḏiḇ·rê·ḵem (Prep-l:: N-mpc:: 2mp) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">while you spoke;</a> <a href="/hebrew/238.htm" title="238: ’ā·zîn (V-Hifil-Imperf-1cs) -- A primitive root; probably to expand; but used only as a denominative from 'ozen; to broaden out the ear, i.e. to listen.">I listened</a> <a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘aḏ- (Prep) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/8394.htm" title="8394: tə·ḇū·nō·ṯê·ḵem (N-fpc:: 2mp) -- An understanding. And tbuwnah; or towbunah; from biyn; intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice.">your reasoning;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘aḏ- (Prep) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">as</a> <a href="/hebrew/2713.htm" title="2713: taḥ·qə·rūn (V-Qal-Imperf-2mp:: Pn) -- To search. A primitive root; properly, to penetrate; hence, to examine intimately.">you searched</a> <a href="/hebrew/4405.htm" title="4405: mil·lîn (N-fp) -- A word, speech, utterance. From malal">for words,</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>I paid you full attention. But no one proved Job wrong; not one of you rebutted his arguments.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-13.htm">Proverbs 18:13</a></span><br />He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-19.htm">James 1:19</a></span><br />My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-20.htm">Proverbs 29:20</a></span><br />Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:2</a></span><br />Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-28.htm">Proverbs 15:28</a></span><br />The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-2.htm">Proverbs 18:2</a></span><br />A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-1.htm">James 3:1-2</a></span><br />Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. / We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-19.htm">Proverbs 10:19</a></span><br />When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-27.htm">Proverbs 17:27-28</a></span><br />A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. / Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-26.htm">James 1:26</a></span><br />If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-23.htm">Proverbs 12:23</a></span><br />A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Proverbs 13:3</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/12-36.htm">Matthew 12:36-37</a></span><br />But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. / For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-23.htm">Proverbs 21:23</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/3-7.htm">Ecclesiastes 3:7</a></span><br />a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst you searched out what to say.</p><p class="hdg">I waited for</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/32-4.htm">Job 32:4</a></b></br> Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they <i>were</i> elder than he.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/29-21.htm">Job 29:21,23</a></b></br> Unto me <i>men</i> gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel… </p><p class="hdg">reasons.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/5-27.htm">Job 5:27</a></b></br> Lo this, we have searched it, so it <i>is</i>; hear it, and know thou <i>it</i> for thy good.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Proverbs 18:17</a></b></br> <i>He that is</i> first in his own cause <i>seemeth</i> just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11</a></b></br> The rich man <i>is</i> wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.</p><p class="hdg">what to say.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/32-10.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/nehemiah/5-7.htm">Pondered</a> <a href="/job/15-3.htm">Reasoning</a> <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Reasonings</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-5.htm">Reasons</a> <a href="/job/23-12.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/job/29-16.htm">Search</a> <a href="/job/29-16.htm">Searched</a> <a href="/job/29-16.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/job/32-4.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/job/31-9.htm">Waiting</a> <a href="/job/8-21.htm">Whilst</a> <a href="/job/32-9.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/job/32-4.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/33-1.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/73-16.htm">Pondered</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-2.htm">Reasoning</a> <a href="/mark/7-21.htm">Reasonings</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-21.htm">Reasons</a> <a href="/job/32-14.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/job/38-16.htm">Search</a> <a href="/job/36-26.htm">Searched</a> <a href="/job/34-24.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/job/32-16.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/job/32-16.htm">Waiting</a> <a href="/psalms/141-10.htm">Whilst</a> <a href="/job/34-2.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/job/32-12.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Job 32</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/32-1.htm">Elihu is angry with Job and his three friends</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/32-6.htm">Because wisdom comes not from age, he excuses the boldness of his youth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/32-11.htm">He reproves them for not satisfying Job</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/job/32-16.htm">His zeal to speak</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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His patience in waiting to speak reflects a cultural respect for elders, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/16-31.htm">Proverbs 16:31</a>, which values the wisdom of age. This patience also highlights a biblical principle of listening before speaking, as advised in <a href="/james/1-19.htm">James 1:19</a>. Elihu's approach contrasts with the impulsive nature of Job's friends, who quickly jumped to conclusions about Job's suffering.<p><b>I listened to your reasoning;</b><br>Elihu's attentive listening indicates a desire to understand fully before responding. This mirrors the wisdom literature's emphasis on discernment and understanding, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/18-13.htm">Proverbs 18:13</a>. The term "reasoning" suggests a logical discourse, which was a common method of debate in ancient Near Eastern cultures. Elihu's methodical approach sets the stage for his forthcoming arguments, which he believes are divinely inspired, as he later claims in <a href="/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8</a>.<p><b>as you searched for words,</b><br>The phrase "searched for words" implies a struggle to articulate thoughts, reflecting the complexity of the theological and existential issues being discussed. This struggle is evident throughout the dialogues in the Book of Job, where human wisdom falls short in explaining divine mysteries. The search for words can also be seen as a metaphor for humanity's quest for understanding God's ways, a theme echoed in <a href="/ecclesiastes/3-11.htm">Ecclesiastes 3:11</a>, which speaks of God's inscrutable plans. Elihu's observation here sets the stage for his own contribution, which he believes will provide clarity and insight.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/elihu.htm">Elihu</a></b><br>A young man who speaks after Job's three friends have finished their discourse. He is introduced in <a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Job 32</a> and is characterized by his youthful zeal and desire to offer a fresh perspective on Job's suffering.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>The central figure of the Book of Job, a man of great faith who undergoes severe trials and suffering. His dialogues with his friends form the core of the book's exploration of suffering and divine justice.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/job's_three_friends.htm">Job's Three Friends</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who attempt to comfort Job but end up accusing him of wrongdoing as the cause of his suffering. Their speeches provoke Elihu's response.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_setting.htm">The Setting</a></b><br>The dialogues take place in the land of Uz, a region mentioned in the opening of the Book of Job. The setting is significant as it provides a backdrop for the theological discussions on suffering and righteousness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_event.htm">The Event</a></b><br>Elihu's speech marks a turning point in the account. After patiently listening to the older men, Elihu feels compelled to speak, believing that wisdom is not limited by age.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_patience_in_dialogue.htm">The Value of Patience in Dialogue</a></b><br>Elihu demonstrates the importance of patience and listening in conversations, especially in matters of deep theological and personal significance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_beyond_age.htm">Wisdom Beyond Age</a></b><br>Elihu's speech reminds us that wisdom is not confined to the elderly; young people can also offer valuable insights when they seek understanding from God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_humility_in_discourse.htm">The Role of Humility in Discourse</a></b><br>Elihu's approach shows humility, as he waits for his turn to speak and acknowledges the contributions of others before offering his own thoughts.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_seeking_truth.htm">The Importance of Seeking Truth</a></b><br>Elihu's desire to speak arises from a pursuit of truth, encouraging believers to seek God's wisdom earnestly in all discussions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/listening_as_a_form_of_respect.htm">Listening as a Form of Respect</a></b><br>By listening attentively, Elihu shows respect for Job and his friends, setting an example for how we should engage with others' perspectives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_job_32.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Job 32</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_job_42_show_god's_justice.htm">How does the resolution in Job 42 align with other passages that emphasize a just God, when Job's suffering is never fully justified or explained?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_elihu's_claim_conflict_with_god.htm">Job 32:2 - Does Elihu's accusation that Job 'justified himself rather than God' conflict with God's earlier testimony that Job was blameless (Job 1:1)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_innocents_suffer_if_god_is_just.htm">Job 34:10 - If God never does wrong, why do the innocent still suffer without clear divine intervention?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_habakkuk_1_2-4_explain_injustice.htm">How does Habakkuk 1:2-4 reconcile a just God with prolonged injustice and unanswered cries for help?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/32.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Behold, I waited for your words</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> "I was full of expectation; I waited impatiently to hear what you would say." Then, while you spoke, <span class="cmt_word">I gave ear to your reasons</span> - or, your <span class="accented">reasonings</span>; <span class="accented"><span class="cmt_word"></span>I did my best to apprehend your meaning - whilst ye searched out what to say</span>. Professor Lee translates, "whilst ye examined <span class="accented">Job's c</span>onclusions; but the Authorized Version is probably correct. Elihu means that he listened carefully while the friends hunted out all the arguments they could think of in order to confute Job. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/32-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Indeed,</span><br /><span class="heb">הֵ֤ן</span> <span class="translit">(hên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2005.htm">Strong's 2005: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I waited</span><br /><span class="heb">הוֹחַ֨לְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(hō·w·ḥal·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3176.htm">Strong's 3176: </a> </span><span class="str2">To wait, to be patient, hope</span><br /><br /><span class="word">while you spoke;</span><br /><span class="heb">לְֽדִבְרֵיכֶ֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḏiḇ·rê·ḵem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I listened</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭זִין</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·zîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_238.htm">Strong's 238: </a> </span><span class="str2">To broaden out the ear, to listen</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to</span><br /><span class="heb">עַד־</span> <span class="translit">(‘aḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5704.htm">Strong's 5704: </a> </span><span class="str2">As far as, even to, up to, until, while</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your reasoning;</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּב֥וּנֹֽתֵיכֶ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(tə·ḇū·nō·ṯê·ḵem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | second person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8394.htm">Strong's 8394: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intelligence, an argument, caprice</span><br /><br /><span class="word">as</span><br /><span class="heb">עַֽד־</span> <span class="translit">(‘aḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5704.htm">Strong's 5704: </a> </span><span class="str2">As far as, even to, up to, until, while</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you searched</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּחְקְר֥וּן</span> <span class="translit">(taḥ·qə·rūn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural | Paragogic nun<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2713.htm">Strong's 2713: </a> </span><span class="str2">To penetrate, to examine intimately</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for words,</span><br /><span class="heb">מִלִּֽין׃</span> <span class="translit">(mil·lîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4405.htm">Strong's 4405: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a discourse, a topic</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/32-11.htm">Job 32:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/32-11.htm">OT Poetry: Job 32:11 Behold I waited for your words (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/32-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 32:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 32:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/32-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 32:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 32:12" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>