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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/job/32.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />But it is the spirit in a person, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/32.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />But there is a spirit within people, the breath of the Almighty within them, that makes them intelligent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/32.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />But it is the spirit in man, the breath of the Almighty, that makes him understand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/32.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />But <i>there is</i> a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/32.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But <i>there is</i> a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty gives him understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/32.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“But it is a spirit <i>that is</i> in mankind, And the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/32.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220But it is a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/32.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“But it is a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/32.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But it is a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/32.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“But there is [a vital force and] a spirit [of intelligence] in man, And the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/32.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But it is the spirit in a person— the breath from the Almighty— that gives anyone understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/32.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But it is a spirit in man and the breath of the Almighty that give him understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/32.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty giveth them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/32.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />now I truly realize wisdom comes from God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/32.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in man, and the breath of the Almighty giveth them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/32.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />However, there is in humans a Spirit, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/32.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />But it is the spirit of Almighty God that comes to us and gives us wisdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/32.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />However, a spirit exists in mankind, and the Almighty's breath gives him insight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/32.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/32.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But it is a spirit in people, the breath of the Almighty, that makes them understand. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/32.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in man, and the breath of Shaddai gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/32.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/32.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in man, and the Spirit of the Almighty gives them understanding. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/32.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Surely a spirit is in man, "" And the breath of the Mighty One "" Causes them to understand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/32.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Surely a spirit is in man, And the breath of the Mighty One Doth cause them to understand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/32.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />But it is a spirit in man, and the breath of the Almighty will cause them to understand.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/32.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But, as I see, there is a spirit in men, and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/32.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But I see now that there is only breath in men, and that it is the inspiration of the Almighty that gives understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/32.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in human beings, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/32.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />But truly it is the spirit in a mortal, the breath of the Almighty, that makes for understanding.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/32.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Truly, there is a spirit in men; and the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/32.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Truly a spirit is in a man and the breath of God is discernment to them<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/32.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />But it is a spirit in man, And the breath of the Almighty, that giveth them understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/32.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />but there is a spirit in mortals; and the inspiration of the Almighty is that which teaches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/32-8.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=4888" 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">7</span>I thought that age should speak, and many years should teach wisdom. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/403.htm" title="403: ’ā·ḵên (Adv) -- Surely. From kuwn; firmly; figuratively, surely; also But.">But</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hî (Pro-3fs) -- He, she, it. ">there is</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: rū·aḥ- (N-cs) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">a spirit</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: ḇe·’ĕ·nō·wōš (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">in a man,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5397.htm" title="5397: wə·niš·maṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Breath. From nasham; a puff, i.e. Wind, angry or vital breath, divine inspiration, intellect. Or an animal.">the breath</a> <a href="/hebrew/7706.htm" title="7706: šad·day (N-proper-ms) -- The Almighty. From shadad; the Almighty.">of the Almighty,</a> <a href="/hebrew/995.htm" title="995: tə·ḇî·nêm (V-Hifil-Imperf-3fs:: 3mp) -- To discern. A primitive root; to separate mentally, i.e.(generally) understand.">that gives him understanding.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>It is not only the old who are wise, or the elderly who understand justice.…<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/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-10.htm">1 Corinthians 2:10-12</a></span><br />But God has revealed it to us by the Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. / For who among men knows the thoughts of man except his own spirit within him? So too, no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. / We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a></span><br />The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-20.htm">1 John 2:20</a></span><br />You, however, have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-21.htm">Daniel 2:21</a></span><br />He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-26.htm">John 14:26</a></span><br />But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-7.htm">1 Corinthians 12:7-11</a></span><br />Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. / To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, / to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/20-27.htm">Proverbs 20:27</a></span><br />The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/2-26.htm">Ecclesiastes 2:26</a></span><br />To the man who is pleasing in His sight, He gives wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner He assigns the task of gathering and accumulating that which he will hand over to one who pleases God. This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17</a></span><br />that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-12.htm">1 Kings 3:12</a></span><br />behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-9.htm">Colossians 1:9</a></span><br />For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Exodus 31:3</a></span><br />And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty gives them understanding.</p><p class="hdg">the inspiration</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/4-12.htm">Job 4:12-21</a></b></br> Now a thing was secretly brought to me, and mine ear received a little thereof… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/33-16.htm">Job 33:16</a></b></br> Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/35-11.htm">Job 35:11</a></b></br> Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven?</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/31-35.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/job/27-3.htm">Breath</a> <a href="/job/31-13.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/24-23.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">Inspiration</a> <a href="/job/31-14.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/job/31-35.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/31-35.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/job/31-39.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/job/31-36.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/26-14.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/job/28-28.htm">Understanding</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/33-4.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/job/32-18.htm">Breath</a> <a href="/job/33-5.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/job/33-2.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-2.htm">Inspiration</a> <a href="/job/33-16.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/job/33-4.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/job/33-4.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/job/32-18.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/job/33-8.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/job/32-9.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/job/34-10.htm">Understanding</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/job/32.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/job/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/job/32.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>But there is a spirit in a man</b><br>This phrase highlights the belief that humans possess an immaterial aspect, often referred to as the spirit. This concept is consistent with the creation account in <a href="/genesis/2-7.htm">Genesis 2:7</a>, where God breathes life into Adam, indicating that humans are more than just physical beings. The spirit is seen as the seat of consciousness and moral understanding, distinguishing humans from animals. This aligns with the biblical view that humans are created in the image of God (<a href="/genesis/1-27.htm">Genesis 1:27</a>), possessing a unique capacity for relationship with Him.<p><b>the breath of the Almighty</b><br>The "breath of the Almighty" refers to the divine origin of human life and wisdom. In Hebrew, the word for breath, "ruach," is also translated as spirit, indicating a close relationship between God's spirit and human life. This phrase underscores the belief that true wisdom and understanding come from God. It echoes the creation narrative where God's breath imparts life, suggesting that divine inspiration is necessary for true insight. This concept is further supported by scriptures such as <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a>, which states that the Lord gives wisdom.<p><b>that gives him understanding</b><br>Understanding, in this context, is not merely intellectual knowledge but a deeper, spiritual insight that aligns with God's will. This understanding is seen as a gift from God, emphasizing human dependence on divine revelation for true wisdom. The Book of Job frequently contrasts human wisdom with divine wisdom, highlighting the limitations of human understanding without God's guidance. This theme is echoed in the New Testament, where the Holy Spirit is described as the one who leads believers into all truth (<a href="/john/16-13.htm">John 16:13</a>). The phrase suggests that spiritual discernment is a result of divine influence, not human effort alone.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/elihu.htm">Elihu</a></b><br>A young man who speaks in <a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Job 32</a>, offering a fresh perspective after Job's three friends have failed to provide satisfactory answers to Job's suffering. Elihu emphasizes the role of God's spirit in granting wisdom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a></b><br>The central figure of the Book of Job, a man who experiences immense suffering and seeks understanding of his plight.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_almighty.htm">The Almighty (God)</a></b><br>Referred to as the source of the spirit and understanding in humans, highlighting His sovereignty and role as the giver of wisdom.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_friends_of_job.htm">The Friends of Job</a></b><br>Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who have attempted to explain Job's suffering but have been unable to provide true insight.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_spirit_in_man.htm">The Spirit in Man</a></b><br>Refers to the human spirit, which, according to Elihu, is enlightened by the breath of the Almighty, indicating a divine source of wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_source_of_wisdom.htm">Divine Source of Wisdom</a></b><br>True understanding and wisdom come from God, not merely human intellect or experience. We should seek God's guidance in all matters.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_in_learning.htm">Humility in Learning</a></b><br>Recognize that age and experience do not automatically confer wisdom. Be open to learning from others, regardless of their age or status.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a></b><br>The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in imparting wisdom and understanding to believers. Cultivate a relationship with the Holy Spirit through prayer and study of the Word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>In times of confusion or suffering, rely on God for clarity and insight. Trust that He will provide understanding in His time.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/active_listening.htm">Active Listening</a></b><br>Like Elihu, be willing to listen before speaking. Consider the perspectives of others and seek God's wisdom before offering advice or judgment.<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/does_job_32_8_conflict_with_science.htm">Job 32:8 – Does the statement that “the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding” conflict with scientific explanations of human intellect? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_brain_damage_alter_beliefs.htm">Why does brain damage affect religious beliefs?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_divine_spark.htm">What defines the concept of the divine spark?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_you_define_me.htm">How do you define me?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/job/32.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">But there is a spirit in man.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">But it is the spirit in man.</span><p><span class= "bld">And the inspiration of the Almighty.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">And the breath of the Almighty that giveth them understanding. </span>It is the expression used in the Mosaic narrative of the origin of man, and may perhaps show acquaintance on the part of the writer with that narrative (<a href="/genesis/2-7.htm" title="And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.">Genesis 2:7</a>). Elihu means to say that it is not years so much as the spirit and illumination of the Almighty that maketh a man pre-eminent in wisdom.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/32.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">But there is a spirit in man</span>. But, after all, it is not mere age and experience that make men wise and able to teach others. "There is a spirit in man" (see <a href="/genesis/2-7.htm">Genesis 2:7</a>); and it is according as this spirit is or is not enlightened from on high that men speak words of wisdom or the contrary. <span class="cmt_word">The inspiration of the Almighty</span> - this it is, which - <span class="cmt_word">giveth them understanding</span>. And such inspiration it is in the power of God to bestow, as he pleases, on the old or on the young, on the great of the earth, or on those of small reputation. Hence Elihu's conclusion - <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/32-8.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">But</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭כֵן</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḵên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_403.htm">Strong's 403: </a> </span><span class="str2">Firmly, surely, but</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[there is]</span><br /><span class="heb">הִ֣יא</span> <span class="translit">(hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a spirit</span><br /><span class="heb">רֽוּחַ־</span> <span class="translit">(rū·aḥ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in a man,</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶאֱנ֑וֹשׁ</span> <span class="translit">(ḇe·’ĕ·nō·wōš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_582.htm">Strong's 582: </a> </span><span class="str2">Man, mankind</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the breath</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנִשְׁמַ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·niš·maṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5397.htm">Strong's 5397: </a> </span><span class="str2">A puff, wind, angry, vital breath, divine inspiration, intellect, an animal</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the Almighty,</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁדַּ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(šad·day)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7706.htm">Strong's 7706: </a> </span><span class="str2">The Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that gives him understanding.</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּבִינֵֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(tə·ḇî·nêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_995.htm">Strong's 995: </a> </span><span class="str2">To separate mentally, understand</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/32-8.htm">OT Poetry: Job 32:8 But there is a spirit in man (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/32-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 32:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 32:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/32-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 32:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 32:9" /></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>