Job 32:7

I told myself, ‘Those who are older should speak—those who are elderly should teach wisdom.’

Free Bible Version

In The King James Version

I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.

In Context

6Elihu, the son of Barachel the Buzite, said, “I am young, and you are old, which is why I was reluctant to tell you what I know.

8However, there is a spirit in human beings, the breath of the Almighty, that gives them understanding.

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Cross References

1 Kings 12:6King Rehoboam asked for advice from the elders who had served his father Solomon when he was alive. “How do you advise me to reply to these people about this?” he asked.

Job 8:10Won't they teach you and explain what they know?

Psalms 34:11Children, listen to me! I will teach you how to respect the Lord.

Proverbs 16:31Gray hair is a glorious crown; it's achieved by living right.

Matthew Henry on Job 32:7-15

6 And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not show you mine opinion. 7 I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom. 8 But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. 9 Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand judgment. 10 Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will show mine opinion. 11 Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your… Read the whole commentary →

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