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I too will tell you what I know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/job/32.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />So listen to me, and let me tell you what I think.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/job/32.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; let me also declare my opinion.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/job/32.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; I too will declare what I know.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/job/32.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/job/32.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />“Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me, I also will declare my opinion.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/job/32.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“So I say, ‘Listen to me, I too will tell what I think.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/job/32.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220So I say, &#8216Listen to me, I too will tell what I think.&#8217<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/job/32.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“So I say, ‘Listen to me, I too will tell what I think.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/job/32.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So I say, ‘Listen to me, I too will tell my knowledge.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/job/32.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; I also will give you my opinion [about Job’s situation] <i>and</i> tell you plainly what I think.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/job/32.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, “Listen to me. I too will declare what I know.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/job/32.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, &#8220Listen to me. I too will declare what I know.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/job/32.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will show mine opinion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/job/32.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />That's why I ask you to listen to me. * <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/job/32.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/job/32.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"That is why I say, 'Listen to me! Let me tell you what I know.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/job/32.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />So now I want you to listen to me; let me tell you what I think. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/job/32.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore I'm saying, 'Listen to me!' Then I'll declare what I know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/job/32.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, ?Listen to me; I too will declare what I know.?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/job/32.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, 'Listen to me. I, even I, will explain what I know.' <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/job/32.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I said, 'Listen to me; I also will show my opinion.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/job/32.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will show my opinion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/job/32.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I said, ‘Listen to me; I also will show my opinion.’ <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/job/32.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore I have said: Listen to me, I show my opinion—even I.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/job/32.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Therefore I have said: Hearken to me, I do shew my opinion -- even I.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/job/32.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For this, I said, Hear to me; I also will show my knowledge.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/job/32.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I will speak : Hearken to me, I also will shew you my wisdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/job/32.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Therefore, I will speak. Listen to me, and so I will show you my wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/job/32.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, listen to me; I also will declare my knowledge! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/job/32.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore I say, ‘Listen to me; let me also declare my opinion.’<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/job/32.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Therefore I say, Hearken to me; I also will show you my knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/job/32.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because of this, I say: ‘hear me, and also I shall show you my knowledge’<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/job/32.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Therefore I say: 'Hearken to me; I also will declare mine opinion.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/job/32.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Wherefore I said, Hear me, and I will tell you what I know.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/job/32-10.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=4900" 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">9</span>It is not only the old who are wise, or the elderly who understand justice. <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: lā·ḵên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">Therefore</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: ’ā·mar·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">I say,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: šim·‘āh- (V-Qal-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">‘Listen</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">to me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: ’ā·nî (Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">I</a> <a href="/hebrew/637.htm" title="637: ’ap̄- (Conj) -- Also, yea. A primitive particle; meaning accession; also or yea; adversatively though.">too</a> <a href="/hebrew/2331.htm" title="2331: ’ă·ḥaw·weh (V-Piel-Imperf-1cs) -- To live, to declare, show. A primitive root; properly, to live; by implication to declare or show.">will declare</a> <a href="/hebrew/1843.htm" title="1843: dê·‘î (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Knowledge, opinion. From yada'; knowledge.">what I know.’</a> </span><span class="reftext">11</span>Indeed, I waited while you spoke; I listened to your reasoning; as you searched for words,…<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/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="/ecclesiastes/5-1.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:1-2</a></span><br />Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Draw near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong. / 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/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="/1_corinthians/14-29.htm">1 Corinthians 14:29</a></span><br />Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said.<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/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/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-15.htm">1 Peter 3:15</a></span><br />But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a></span><br />Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/15-7.htm">Acts 15:7</a></span><br />After much discussion, Peter got up and said to them, “Brothers, you know that in the early days God made a choice among you that the Gentiles would hear from my lips the message of the gospel and believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-14.htm">Proverbs 11:14</a></span><br />For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Therefore I said, Listen to me; I also will show my opinion.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/7-25.htm">1 Corinthians 7:25,40</a></b></br> Now concerning virgins I have no commandment of the Lord: yet I give my judgment, as one that hath obtained mercy of the Lord to be faithful… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/32-6.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/job/31-35.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/job/30-13.htm">Forward</a> <a href="/job/15-17.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/leviticus/26-21.htm">Listen</a> <a href="/job/32-6.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/job/32-6.htm">Shew</a> <a href="/job/32-6.htm">Show</a> <a href="/job/32-6.htm">Think</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/32-17.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/job/32-11.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/job/32-14.htm">Forward</a> <a href="/job/33-1.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/acts/13-16.htm">Listen</a> <a href="/job/32-17.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/job/32-17.htm">Shew</a> <a href="/job/32-17.htm">Show</a> <a href="/job/35-2.htm">Think</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>Therefore I say</b><br>This phrase marks a transition in the narrative, indicating a shift in speaker. Elihu, a younger man, is about to present his perspective. The use of "therefore" suggests that his speech is a response to the preceding dialogues between Job and his three friends. Elihu's entrance into the conversation highlights the importance of humility and respect for elders, a significant cultural value in ancient Near Eastern societies.<p><b>‘Listen to me;</b><br>Elihu calls for attention, emphasizing the importance of his forthcoming words. This reflects a common biblical theme where prophets and wise men urge their audience to listen, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/6-4.htm">Deuteronomy 6:4</a>, "Hear, O Israel." The act of listening is often associated with obedience and understanding in biblical literature.<p><b>I too will declare</b><br>Elihu asserts his right to speak, despite his youth. This mirrors the biblical principle that wisdom is not solely the domain of the elderly, as seen in <a href="/1_timothy/4-12.htm">1 Timothy 4:12</a>, where Paul encourages Timothy not to let anyone look down on him because of his youth. Elihu's confidence suggests that he believes he has been given insight by God, a theme consistent with the belief that God can use anyone to convey His message.<p><b>what I know.’</b><br>Elihu claims to speak from knowledge, implying that his insights are divinely inspired rather than based solely on human wisdom. This reflects the biblical understanding that true knowledge and wisdom come from God, as stated in <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a>, "For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." Elihu's assertion sets the stage for his subsequent arguments, which he believes are grounded in divine truth.<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, a man of great faith and integrity who undergoes severe trials and suffering. His dialogues with his friends form the bulk of the book.<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 explain Job's suffering through traditional wisdom, often attributing it to sin.<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, where Job resides.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_event.htm">The Event</a></b><br>Elihu's speech marks a transition in the account, as he offers a new perspective on the discussions about Job's suffering and God's justice.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_listening.htm">The Value of Listening</a></b><br>Elihu demonstrates the importance of listening before speaking. In our interactions, we should prioritize understanding others before offering our opinions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/y/youthful_wisdom.htm">Youthful Wisdom</a></b><br>Elihu's speech reminds us that wisdom is not confined to age. Young believers can offer valuable insights and should be encouraged to share their perspectives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_to_speak.htm">Courage to Speak</a></b><br>Elihu shows courage in speaking up when he believes he has something valuable to contribute. We should be bold in sharing our insights, especially when they align with biblical truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_in_dialogue.htm">Humility in Dialogue</a></b><br>Elihu's approach teaches us to engage in discussions with humility, recognizing that our understanding is limited and that we can learn from others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_god's_wisdom.htm">Seeking God's Wisdom</a></b><br>Elihu's desire to share what he knows points to the importance of seeking God's wisdom in understanding life's challenges and sharing that wisdom with others.<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/job_32_16-22__later_insertion_clues.htm">Job 32:16-22 - Are there any textual or historical clues suggesting this chapter might be a later insertion, potentially creating inconsistencies within the book?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_jesus_ask_peter_3_times.htm">John 21:15-17 - Why does Jesus repeat his question to Peter three times, and does this contradict or overlap inconsistently with Peter's declarations in earlier chapters?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_accuse_jesus_of_blasphemy_in_john_10.htm">Why did some listeners accuse Jesus of blasphemy in John 10:31-36 if he never explicitly claimed to be God by name?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_a_young_man_correcting_elders_plausible.htm">Job 32:6-7 - In a culture valuing elders' wisdom, is the portrayal of a younger man correcting older friends historically or culturally plausible?</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>(10) <span class= "bld">Therefore I said.</span>--Equivalent to, <span class= "ital">Therefore I say. </span>It is what he says now, as the result of former convictions.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/job/32.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Therefore I said, Hearken to me</span>. Elihu evidently claims, not exactly what is ordinarily understood by inspiration, but that his spirit, is divinely enlightened, and that therefore he is more competent to take part in the controversy that has been raised than many of the aged. <span class="cmt_word">I also will show mine opinion</span>. "I also," or "even I" - <span class="accented">i.e.</span> I, young as I am, "will show my opinion," or "utter what I know on the subject." Elihu does not speak of his convictions as mere "opinions," but claims to be in possession of actual "knowledge." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/job/32-10.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">Therefore</span><br /><span class="heb">לָכֵ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(lā·ḵên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> </span><span class="str2">So -- thus</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I say,</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭מַרְתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·mar·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">‘Listen to me.</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְעָה־</span> <span class="translit">(šim·‘āh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I</span><br /><span class="heb">אָֽנִי׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_589.htm">Strong's 589: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">too</span><br /><span class="heb">אַף־</span> <span class="translit">(’ap̄-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_637.htm">Strong's 637: </a> </span><span class="str2">Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will declare</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲחַוֶּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḥaw·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2331.htm">Strong's 2331: </a> </span><span class="str2">To live, to declare, show</span><br /><br /><span class="word">what I know.’</span><br /><span class="heb">דֵּעִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(dê·‘î)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1843.htm">Strong's 1843: </a> </span><span class="str2">Knowledge, opinion</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/job/32-10.htm">Job 32:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/job/32-10.htm">OT Poetry: Job 32:10 Therefore I said 'Listen to me (Jb) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/job/32-9.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Job 32:9"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Job 32:9" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/job/32-11.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Job 32:11"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Job 32:11" /></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>