Job 29:10
Job 29:10 in Multiple Translations
The voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roofs of their mouths.
The nobles held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth.
The voice of the nobles was hushed, And their tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth.
The chiefs kept back their words, and their tongues were joined to the roofs of their mouths.
The voices of the officials were hushed; they held their tongues in my presence.
The voyce of princes was hidde, and their tongue cleaued to the roofe of their mouth.
The voice of leaders hath been hidden, And their tongue to the palate hath cleaved.
The voice of the nobles was hushed, and their tongue stuck to the roof of their mouth.
The nobles held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth.
The rulers held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to their throat.
and even the most important men became quiet and ceased talking [MTY] in order to hear me speak to them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 29:10
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Job 29:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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קוֹל
נְגִידִ֥ים
נֶחְבָּ֑אוּ
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנָ֗/ם
לְ/חִכָּ֥/ם
דָּבֵֽקָה
קוֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
N-ms
נְגִידִ֥ים
nâgîyd
H5057
leader
N-mp
נֶחְבָּ֑אוּ
châbâʼ
H2244
to hide
V-Niphal-Perf-3cp
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנָ֗/ם
lâshôwn
H3956
tongue
Conj | N-cs | Suff
לְ/חִכָּ֥/ם
chêk
H2441
palate
Prep | N-ms | Suff
דָּבֵֽקָה
dâbaq
H1692
to cleave
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 29:10
קוֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
נְגִידִ֥ים
nâgîyd
H5057
"leader"
N-mp
This word refers to a leader or commander, someone who is in charge or has authority. In the Bible, it is used to describe military, civil, or religious leaders, such as princes or governors.
Definition: 1) leader, ruler, captain, prince 1a) ruler, prince 1b) prince-overseer 1c) ruler (in other capacities) 1d) princely things
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, excellent thing, (chief) governor, leader, noble, prince, (chief) ruler. See also: 1 Samuel 9:16; 1 Chronicles 29:22; Psalms 76:13.
נֶחְבָּ֑אוּ
châbâʼ
H2244
"to hide"
V-Niphal-Perf-3cp
To hide means to secrete or withdraw, often for safety or protection. In the Bible, this word is used to describe hiding oneself or being forced into hiding. It appears in various forms, including to hide oneself or to be hidden by someone else.
Definition: 1) to withdraw, hide 1a) (Niphal) to hide oneself 1b) (Pual) to be forced into hiding 1c) (Hiphil) to hide 1d) (Hophal) to be hidden 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to hide oneself, draw back 1e2) to draw together, thicken, harden
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] held, hide (self), do secretly. See also: Genesis 3:8; 1 Kings 18:4; Isaiah 42:22.
וּ֝/לְשׁוֹנָ֗/ם
lâshôwn
H3956
"tongue"
Conj | N-cs | Suff
The tongue, used for eating, speaking, or describing a language. In the Bible, it appears in many books, including Genesis 11:1 and Acts 2:4.
Definition: : tongue/words 1) tongue 1a) tongue (of men) 1a1) tongue (literal) 1a2) tongue (organ of speech) 1b) language 1c) tongue (of animals) 1d) tongue (of fire) 1e) wedge, bay of sea (tongue-shaped)
Usage: Occurs in 115 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] babbler, bay, [phrase] evil speaker, language, talker, tongue, wedge. See also: Genesis 10:5; Psalms 126:2; Psalms 5:10.
לְ/חִכָּ֥/ם
chêk
H2441
"palate"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to the roof of the mouth or palate, like when Isaiah describes the mouth as a source of praise or shame. It's also related to taste and speech, as seen in the book of Job.
Definition: mouth, palate, taste, gums
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: (roof of the) mouth, taste. See also: Job 6:30; Proverbs 5:3; Psalms 119:103.
דָּבֵֽקָה
dâbaq
H1692
"to cleave"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To cleave means to cling or stick to something, like pursuing something closely. It's used in the Bible to describe following God or others.
Definition: 1) to cling, stick, stay close, cleave, keep close, stick to, stick with, follow closely, join to, overtake, catch 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cling, cleave to 1a2) to stay with 1b) (Pual) to be joined together 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to cleave to 1c2) to pursue closely 1c3) to overtake 1d) (Hophal) to be made to cleave Aramaic equivalent: de.vaq (דְּבֵק "to cleave" H1693)
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: abide fast, cleave (fast together), follow close (hard after), be joined (together), keep (fast), overtake, pursue hard, stick, take. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Samuel 20:2; Psalms 22:16.
Study Notes — Job 29:10
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- Job 29:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 29:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 29:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 29:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 29:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 29:10
- Cambridge Bible on Job 29:10
- Barnes' Notes on Job 29:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 29:10
- Sermons on Job 29:10
Context — Job’s Former Blessings
8the young men saw me and withdrew, and the old men rose to their feet.
9The princes refrained from speaking and covered their mouths with their hands.
10The voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roofs of their mouths.
11For those who heard me called me blessed, and those who saw me commended me, 12because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 137:6 | May my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth if I do not remember you, if I do not exalt Jerusalem as my greatest joy! |
| 2 | Ezekiel 3:26 | I will make your tongue stick to the roof of your mouth, and you will be silent and unable to rebuke them, though they are a rebellious house. |
Job 29:10 Summary
[In Job 29:10, we see that the nobles were so impressed by Job that they couldn't even speak, their voices were hushed and their tongues were stuck, which shows the high esteem they had for him. This verse teaches us about the importance of living a life of integrity and compassion, as Job did, and how it can impact those around us, as seen in Job 29:12 and Proverbs 22:1. By following Job's example, we can earn the respect and admiration of others, and more importantly, we can bring glory to God, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 10:31. As we reflect on this verse, let's consider how we can apply these principles to our own lives, and strive to be a positive influence on those around us, as encouraged in Matthew 5:16.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the nobles' voices being hushed in Job 29:10?
The nobles' hushed voices signify their deep respect and admiration for Job, as seen in the way they covered their mouths in Job 29:9, and it is a testament to Job's godly character, as described in Job 1:1 and Job 1:8.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of Job's nostalgic reflection on his former life, where he was highly respected by his community, as seen in Job 29:7-11, and it highlights his integrity and compassion, as mentioned in Job 29:12.
What does it mean for the nobles' tongues to be stuck to the roofs of their mouths?
This phrase is a figurative expression indicating that the nobles were so amazed and impressed by Job that they were left speechless, much like the disciples in Acts 2:7, who were amazed by the miracle of speaking in tongues.
How can we apply this verse to our own lives?
We can learn from Job's example by striving to live a life of integrity and compassion, as seen in Job 29:12, and by being mindful of the impact our words and actions have on others, as taught in Ephesians 4:29 and Colossians 4:6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate respect and admiration for others, just as the nobles did for Job?
- How can I cultivate a reputation for integrity and compassion, like Job, in my own community?
- What are some situations where I have been left speechless, and what can I learn from those experiences?
- In what ways can I use my words and actions to build others up, rather than tear them down, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:29 and 1 Thessalonians 5:11?
Gill's Exposition on Job 29:10
The nobles held their peace,.... These may be in some respects inferior to the others; not princes of the blood, or sons of kings, who were properly princes, and yet great personages, of a noble
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 29:10
When I went out to the gate through the city, when I prepared my seat in the street! The great influence Job had over young and old, and noblemen.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 29:10
It lay as still as if it had done so, and they could not have spoken.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 29:10
Job 29:10 The nobles held their peace, and their tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth.Ver. 10. The nobles held their peace] The Hebrew word for nobles signifieth such as stand in the presence of great princes; or, such as the people eyeth and referreth all things to them, Conticuere omnes, intentique ora tenebant (Virg.). These (after the example of those forementioned princes, Job 29:9) held their peace Heb. hid their voice, as ashamed to hear themselves speak before such a master of speech as Job was; of whom it might well be said, as once of Dr Whitaker, That never any man saw him without reverence, nor heard him without wonder (Dr Hall). And their tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth] Ex metu loquendi, as being afraid before me, though themselves were antecessores vocis (as some render the former words), eloquent men and able speakers. Demosthenes, that great orator, being to speak before King Philip, three several times stood speechless, and thirty different times forgot what he had prepared to speak unto him: Tριςαφωνοςεγενετο. Tρισακιςδιελαθετοτωναλαλεινεσκοπει (Tzetzes, Chiliad 7). An awful respect to Job’ s dignity and worth caused this extreme silence in these grandees. And besides, it may be they were of Pliny’ s mind, who said, Non minus interdum oratoris est tacere quam dicere. There is a time to keep silence and a time to speak, Ecclesiastes 3:7.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 29:10
Verse 10. The nobles held their peace] PRINCES שרים sarim, and NOBLES, נגידים negidim, must have been two different classes of the great men of Idumea. שר sar, PRINCE, director, or ruler, was probably the head of a township, or what we would call a magistrate of a particular district. נגיד nagid, a NOBLE, or one of those who had the privilege of standing before, or in the presence of, the chief ruler. The participle נגד neged is frequently used to signify before, in the presence of, publicly, openly. And on this account, it is most likely that the noun means one of those nobles or counsellors who were always admitted to the royal presence. Mr. Good thinks that renowned speakers or eminent orators are meant: and others have embraced the same opinion. Job here intimates that his judgment was so sound, his decisions so accredited, and his reasoning power so great, that every person paid him the utmost deference.
Cambridge Bible on Job 29:10
9, 10. The meaning seems to be that Job’s arrival put a stop to speech and discussion already going on, which was not resumed until he should be heard.
Barnes' Notes on Job 29:10
The nobles - Margin, “The voice of the nobles was hid.” Literally, this may be rendered, “as to the voice the nobles hid themselves;” or the phrase here employed (נגידים קול נחבאו nechâbâ'û qôl
Whedon's Commentary on Job 29:10
10. Tongue cleaved to the roof of their mouth — The cleaving of the tongue to the palate is an Oriental figure for dead silence.
Sermons on Job 29:10
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The Sweetness of Knowing Christ by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man who finds himself in a room with a dog after being beaten and tied up. The man is initially afraid of the dog, but as they sp |
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How to Seek the Saints' Rest While on Earth by Richard Baxter | Richard Baxter preaches on the importance of being convinced of the value of heaven, emphasizing the need for this conviction to deeply sink into our hearts to motivate us. He urge |