Job 37:14

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

Complete Jewish Bible:

"Listen to this, Iyov! Stop, and consider God's wonders.

Berean Standard Bible:

Listen to this, O Job; stand still and consider the wonders of God.

American Standard Version:

Hearken unto this, O Job: Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Hearken^{H238} unto this, O Job^{H347}: stand still^{H5975}, and consider^{H995} the wondrous^{H6381} works of God^{H410}.

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Commentary for Job 37:14

Job 37:14 is part of the poetic discourse in the Book of Job, a text that grapples with the themes of suffering, justice, and the nature of divine wisdom. The verse is situated within a larger speech by Elihu, one of Job's friends, who has been listening to the arguments about why Job is suffering. Elihu, presenting himself as a younger and more humble figure, offers his perspective on the matter, emphasizing the incomprehensibility and majesty of God.

In this particular verse, Elihu implores Job to pause and reflect upon the "wondrous works of God." The historical context of the Book of Job is somewhat uncertain, but it is traditionally considered one of the earliest books of the Bible, possibly composed during the second millennium BCE. It is set in the patriarchal period, reflecting a time when the Israelites were forming their religious and moral identity.

Job 37:14 captures several key themes: the call to attentive silence in the presence of the divine (stand still, and consider), the invitation to observe and contemplate the natural world as a manifestation of God's power (the wondrous works of God), and the implicit suggestion that human understanding is limited in the face of divine mystery. Elihu's words are a reminder of the vastness of God's creation and the smallness of human concerns, urging Job to find comfort and insight in the grandeur of the divine handiwork. This verse reflects the broader biblical motif that encourages believers to seek wisdom and understanding through a reverent appreciation of God's works, both in nature and in their lives.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H238
   There are 389 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָזַן
   Transliteration: ʼâzan
   Pronunciation: aw-zan'
   Description: a primitive root; probably to expand; but used only as a denominative from אֹזֶן; to broaden out the ear (with the hand), i.e. (by implication) to listen; give (perceive by the) ear, hear(-ken). See אָזַן.
   
2. Strong's Number: H347
   There are 2478 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אִיּוֹב
   Transliteration: ʼÎyôwb
   Pronunciation: ee-yobe'
   Description: from אָיַב; hated (i.e. persecuted); Ijob, the patriarch famous for his patience; Job.
   
3. Strong's Number: H5975
   There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָמַד
   Transliteration: ʻâmad
   Pronunciation: aw-mad'
   Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry.
   
4. Strong's Number: H995
   There are 162 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בִּין
   Transliteration: bîyn
   Pronunciation: bene
   Description: a primitive root; to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand; attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man).
   
5. Strong's Number: H6381
   There are 69 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּלָא
   Transliteration: pâlâʼ
   Pronunciation: paw-law'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, perhaps to separate, i.e. distinguish (literally or figuratively); by implication, to be (causatively, make) great, difficult, wonderful; accomplish, (arise...too, be too) hard, hidden, things too high, (be, do, do a, shew) marvelous(-ly, -els, things, work), miracles, perform, separate, make singular, (be, great, make) wonderful(-ers, -ly, things, works), wondrous (things, works, -ly).
   
6. Strong's Number: H410
   There are 307 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֵל
   Transliteration: ʼêl
   Pronunciation: ale
   Description: shortened from אַיִל; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty (but used also of any deity); God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.'