What does Job 32:14 mean?

Job 32:14 highlights themes such as debate, wisdom, listening when read in context.

How should I apply Job 32:14 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Now he hath not directed his words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches.

12Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words:

13Lest ye should say, We have found out wisdom: God thrusteth him down, not man.

14Now he hath not directed his words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches.

15They were amazed, they answered no more: they left off speaking.

16When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, and answered no more;)

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Proverbs 26:4
This verse contrasts the wisdom of responding to fools, similar to Elihu's approach.
James 1:19
Both emphasize the importance of listening before speaking.
Proverbs 18:2
This verse discusses the folly of not seeking understanding, paralleling Elihu's approach.