Job 32:6 Meaning
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 shew you mine opinion.
Context Explained
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.
7I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.
8But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 Peter 5:5
Peter advises younger people to be submissive to elders, reflecting Elihu's respect for age.
Proverbs 16:31
This verse speaks of gray hair as a crown of glory, emphasizing the respect for elders.
Job 12:12
Job discusses wisdom being found in the aged, paralleling Elihu's acknowledgment of age.
Source: Job 32:6