King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For truly my words [shall] not [be] false: he that is perfect in knowledge [is] with thee.
Complete Jewish Bible:
For the fact is that my words are true; you have with you a man whose views are pure.
Berean Standard Bible:
For truly my words are free of falsehood; one perfect in knowledge is with you.
American Standard Version:
For truly my words are not false: One that is perfect in knowledge is with thee.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For truly{H551} my words{H4405} shall not be false{H8267}: he that is perfect{H8549} in knowledge{H1844} is with thee.
Cross-References (KJV):
Job 37:16
- Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge?
2 Timothy 3:16
- All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
2 Timothy 3:17
- That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
Proverbs 8:7
- For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness [is] an abomination to my lips.
Proverbs 8:8
- All the words of my mouth [are] in righteousness; [there is] nothing froward or perverse in them.
1 Corinthians 14:20
- Brethren, be not children in understanding: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men.
2 Corinthians 2:17
- For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.
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Commentary for Job 36:4
Job 36:4 is a verse spoken by Elihu, one of the friends of Job, during a series of dialogues that form the core of the Book of Job. The book itself is a profound exploration of theodicy—the question of why a good God permits suffering. It is set in a historical context that is likely the patriarchal period, though the exact time is a matter of scholarly debate. The themes of the verse reflect the broader concerns of wisdom literature in the Bible, emphasizing truth and the pursuit of knowledge.
In this particular verse, Elihu is asserting the integrity of his words, claiming that they are not false but rooted in truth. He suggests that one who possesses perfect knowledge is in the company of God, implying that wisdom and understanding are divine attributes. Elihu's speech is part of his larger argument that suffering can be a means of divine instruction and that true wisdom recognizes God's sovereignty and justice, even when it is beyond human comprehension.
The verse underscores the idea that genuine knowledge and wisdom are God-given and that those who seek and speak the truth are aligned with the divine. It also reflects the ancient Near Eastern tradition that wisdom and knowledge are not merely academic pursuits but are intrinsically linked to moral character and righteousness. Elihu's claim to speak truthfully is an assertion of his own role as a wise counselor, attempting to guide Job toward a proper understanding of his afflictions in the context of God's inscrutable will.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H551
There are 140 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אׇמְנָם
Transliteration: ʼomnâm
Pronunciation: om-nawm'
Description: adverb from אֹמֶן; verily; indeed, no doubt, surely, (it is, of a) true(-ly, -th). - Strong's Number: H4405
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִלָּה
Transliteration: millâh
Pronunciation: mil-law'
Description: from מָלַל (plural masculine as if from מִלֶּה; a word; collectively, a discourse; figuratively, a topic; [phrase] answer, by-word, matter, any thing (what) to say, to speak(-ing), speak, talking, word. - Strong's Number: H8267
There are 109 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֶׁקֶר
Transliteration: sheqer
Pronunciation: sheh'-ker
Description: from שָׁקַר; an untruth; by implication, a sham (often adverbial); without a cause, deceit(-ful), false(-hood, -ly), feignedly, liar, [phrase] lie, lying, vain (thing), wrongfully. - Strong's Number: H8549
There are 85 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תָּמִים
Transliteration: tâmîym
Pronunciation: taw-meem'
Description: from תָּמַם; entire (literally, figuratively or morally); also (as noun) integrity, truth; without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. - Strong's Number: H1844
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דֵּעָה
Transliteration: dêʻâh
Pronunciation: day-aw'
Description: feminine of דֵּעַ; knowledge; knowledge.