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Job 4:2 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Job 4:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 4 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“If we assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved? but who can withhold himself from speaking? to: Heb. a word withhold: Heb. refrain from words?”
Job 4:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 4:2
Eliphaz begins tentatively: 'If we assay to commune with thee, wilt thou be grieved?' The Hebrew 'nasa' (assay/venture) and 'la'ah' (be weary/grieved) suggest he fears Job might find speech burdensome. Yet this apparent courtesy masks the coming accusation. Eliphaz's politeness cannot conceal that he will ultimately blame Job for his suffering, demonstrating how even well-intentioned counsel can wound when it lacks divine wisdom (Proverbs 18:2).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 4:2
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“For I am full of matter”
“and on the assembly of young men together; for even the husband with the wife shall be taken”
“I will not make mention of him”
“I do not regret it”
“not that you should be made sorry”