Job 32:16

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

And I have waited. But because they do not speak, because they stand there and answer no more,

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Referenced Verses

  • Job 13:5 : 5 If only you would keep completely silent! For you, that would be wisdom.
  • Prov 17:28 : 28 Even a fool who remains silent is considered wise, and the one who holds his tongue is deemed discerning.
  • Amos 5:13 : 13 For this reason whoever is smart keeps quiet in such a time, for it is an evil time.
  • Jas 1:19 : 19 Living Out the Message Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters! Let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger.

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    14Job has not directed his words to me, and so I will not reply to him with your arguments.

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    21Job’s Reputation“People listened to me and waited silently; they kept silent for my advice.

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    5I have spoken once, but I cannot answer; twice, but I will say no more.”

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