Job 32:4 Meaning
Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he.
Context Explained
2Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God.
3Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job.
4Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he.
5When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled.
6And 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 shew you mine opinion.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 Timothy 4:12
Paul encourages Timothy, a young leader, to not let others look down on him, similar to Elihu's humility.
Proverbs 20:29
This verse highlights the glory of young men, which Elihu acknowledges.
Ecclesiastes 4:13
This verse contrasts the wisdom of the young and the old, similar to Elihu's position.
Source: Job 32:4