Job - Caput 32

Job 32.1 omiserunt autem tres viri isti respondere Iob eo quod iustus sibi videretur Job 32.2 et iratus indignatusque Heliu filius Barachel Buzites de cognatione Ram iratus est autem adversus Iob eo quod iustum se esse diceret coram Deo Job 32.3 porro adversum amicos eius indignatus est eo quod non invenissent responsionem rationabilem sed tantummodo condemnassent Iob Job 32.4 igitur Heliu expectavit Iob loquentem eo quod seniores se essent qui loquebantur Job 32.5 cum autem vidisset quod tres respondere non potuissent iratus est vehementer Job 32.6 respondensque Heliu filius Barachel Buzites dixit iunior sum tempore vos autem antiquiores idcirco dimisso capite veritus sum indicare vobis meam sententiam Job 32.7 sperabam enim quod aetas prolixior loqueretur et annorum multitudo doceret sapientiam Job 32.8 sed ut video spiritus est in hominibus et inspiratio Omnipotentis dat intellegentiam Job 32.9 non sunt longevi sapientes nec senes intellegunt iudicium Job 32.10 ideo dicam audite me ostendam vobis etiam ego meam scientiam Job 32.11 expectavi enim sermones vestros audivi prudentiam vestram donec disceptaremini sermonibus Job 32.12 et donec putabam vos aliquid dicere considerabam sed ut video non est qui arguere possit Iob et respondere ex vobis sermonibus eius Job 32.13 ne forte dicatis invenimus sapientiam Deus proiecit eum non homo Job 32.14 nihil locutus est mihi et ego non secundum vestros sermones respondebo illi Job 32.15 extimuerunt non responderunt ultra abstuleruntque a se eloquia Job 32.16 quoniam igitur expectavi et non sunt locuti steterunt nec responderunt ultra Job 32.17 respondebo et ego partem meam et ostendam scientiam meam Job 32.18 plenus sum enim sermonibus et coartat me spiritus uteri mei Job 32.19 en venter meus quasi mustum absque spiraculo quod lagunculas novas disrumpit Job 32.20 loquar et respirabo paululum aperiam labia mea et respondebo Job 32.21 non accipiam personam viri et Deum homini non aequabo Job 32.22 nescio enim quamdiu subsistam et si post modicum tollat me factor meus

Job : Caput 32

Elihu's Introduction in the Book of Job

Job chapter 32 marks the entry of a new character into the discussion: Elihu. This young man, dissatisfied with the answers provided by Job's friends and with Job's own self-righteous defense, feels the need to share his perspective. Through this chapter, we are invited to reflect on themes such as the wisdom of youth, the importance of listening before speaking, and divine inspiration.

A New Phase in the Debate

Chapter 32 marks a significant transition in the debate on Job's suffering. Elihu introduces innovative ideas that deserve consideration. To enrich our understanding of Elihu's teachings, we will consider five biblical passages that resonate with the themes discussed in this chapter.

Relevant Bible Passages

Proverbs 18:17: "The first to present his case seems right until someone else comes along and questions him." This proverb well illustrates the dynamic in Job 32, where Elihu questions Job and his three friends, seeking to establish a deeper dialogue.

James 1:19: "My beloved brothers, keep this in mind: all of you be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger." This advice contrasts with Elihu's urgent attitude in Job 32:18-20, where he expresses his urgent desire to speak out.

1 Corinthians 1:26-29: "Brothers, consider what you were called to be. Few were wise by human standards; few were powerful; few were of noble birth." This passage underscores the idea Elihu advocates in Job 32:6-9: wisdom does not reside solely in the elderly.

Ecclesiastes 9:17: "The words of the wise heard in silence are better than the shouting of those who rule among fools." This verse highlights the contrast between Elihu's impatience and the wisdom of those who choose their words carefully, while criticizing the silence of Job's friends.

1 Peter 5:5: "In the same way, you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Be humble toward one another, for God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." This verse offers an interesting contrast with Elihu's attitude, who, despite his youth, rises up to correct his elders.

Conclusion

Throughout Job chapter 32, Elihu reminds us of the importance of the voice of youth and humility in dialogue. His talk encourages us to listen carefully and reflect on our own attitudes toward wisdom and experience. May we be inspired by his words and seek, like him, to understand and share with respect and depth.