Job 34:32
Job 34:32 in Multiple Translations
Teach me what I cannot see; if I have done wrong, I will not do it again.’
That which I see not teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.
That which I see not teach thou me: If I have done iniquity, I will do it no more?
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Show me what I cannot see. If I have done wrong, I won't do it again,’
But if I see not, teach thou me: if I haue done wickedly, I will doe no more.
Besides [that which] I see, shew Thou me, If iniquity I have done — I do not add?'
Teach me that which I don’t see. If I have done iniquity, I will do it no more’?
That which I see not teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.
If I have erred, teach thou me: if I have spoken iniquity, I will add no more.
so teach/show me what sins I have committed; if I have done anything that is evil, I will not do it any more’?
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 34:32
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Job 34:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בִּלְעֲדֵ֣י
אֶ֭חֱזֶה
אַתָּ֣ה
הֹרֵ֑/נִי
אִֽם
עָ֥וֶל
פָּ֝עַ֗לְתִּי
לֹ֣א
אֹסִֽיף
בִּלְעֲדֵ֣י
bilʻădêy
H1107
beside
Part
אֶ֭חֱזֶה
châzâh
H2372
to see
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
הֹרֵ֑/נִי
yârâh
H3384
to shoot
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
אִֽם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj
עָ֥וֶל
ʻevel
H5766
injustice
N-cs
פָּ֝עַ֗לְתִּי
pâʻal
H6466
to work
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
אֹסִֽיף
yâçaph
H3254
to add
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 34:32
בִּלְעֲדֵ֣י
bilʻădêy
H1107
"beside"
Part
This word means except or without, like in a phrase saying something is not included. The Bible uses it to show exclusion or exception, like in a rule or a law that does not apply to everyone.
Definition: apart from, except, without, besides
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: beside, not (in), save, without. See also: Genesis 14:24; Psalms 18:32; Isaiah 36:10.
אֶ֭חֱזֶה
châzâh
H2372
"to see"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
Chazah means to see or perceive, and can also mean to have a vision or prophesy. It is used to describe seeing something with your eyes or in your mind.
Definition: 1) to see, perceive, look, behold, prophesy, provide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to see, behold 1a2) to see as a seer in the ecstatic state 1a3) to see, perceive 1a3a) with the intelligence 1a3b) to see (by experience) 1a3c) to provide Aramaic equivalent: cha.zah (חֲזָה "to see" H2370)
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: behold, look, prophesy, provide, see. See also: Exodus 18:21; Proverbs 24:32; Psalms 11:4.
אַתָּ֣ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
הֹרֵ֑/נִי
yârâh
H3384
"to shoot"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
To show or teach something, like pointing it out or shooting an arrow. It is used in Psalms and Proverbs to describe instructing or directing others.
Definition: 1) to shoot, pour 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shoot arrows 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to shoot at 1b2) part. shooter, archer 1c) to throw water, rain
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) archer, cast, direct, inform, instruct, lay, shew, shoot, teach(-er,-ing), through. See also: Genesis 31:51; Job 8:10; Psalms 11:2.
אִֽם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
עָ֥וֶל
ʻevel
H5766
"injustice"
N-cs
Injustice or moral evil is what this word represents, covering violent deeds, unfair speech, and general wrongdoing. It is used to describe actions that go against God's standards of righteousness.
Definition: injustice, unrighteousness Another spelling of av.lah (עַוְלָה "injustice" H5766B)
Usage: Occurs in 51 OT verses. KJV: iniquity, perverseness, unjust(-ly), unrighteousness(-ly); wicked(-ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 64:7; Psalms 7:4.
פָּ֝עַ֗לְתִּי
pâʻal
H6466
"to work"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To work or do something is the meaning of this Hebrew verb, often used to describe habitual or systematic actions. It can also mean to make or practise something.
Definition: 1) to do, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do 1a2) to make
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: commit, (evil-) do(-er), make(-r), ordain, work(-er). See also: Exodus 15:17; Psalms 59:3; Psalms 5:6.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
אֹסִֽיף
yâçaph
H3254
"to add"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.
Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.
Study Notes — Job 34:32
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 34:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 34:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:32
- Cambridge Bible on Job 34:32
- Barnes' Notes on Job 34:32
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:32
- Sermons on Job 34:32
Context — Elihu Confirms God’s Justice
30that godless men should not rule or lay snares for the people.
31Suppose someone says to God, ‘I have endured my punishment; I will offend no more.
32Teach me what I cannot see; if I have done wrong, I will not do it again.’
33Should God repay you on your own terms when you have disavowed Him? You must choose, not I; so tell me what you know. 34Men of understanding will declare to me, and the wise men who hear me will say:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 32:8 | I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you. |
| 2 | Psalms 25:4–5 | Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You. |
| 3 | Psalms 139:23–24 | Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns. See if there is any offensive way in me; lead me in the way everlasting. |
| 4 | Psalms 19:12 | Who can discern his own errors? Cleanse me from my hidden faults. |
| 5 | Psalms 143:8–10 | Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul. Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge. Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground. |
| 6 | Job 10:2 | I will say to God: Do not condemn me! Let me know why You prosecute me. |
| 7 | Proverbs 28:13 | He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy. |
| 8 | Job 35:11 | who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the air?’ |
| 9 | Luke 3:8–14 | Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.” The crowds asked him, “What then should we do?” John replied, “Whoever has two tunics should share with him who has none, and whoever has food should do the same.” Even tax collectors came to be baptized. “Teacher,” they asked, “what should we do?” “Collect no more than you are authorized,” he answered. Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?” “Do not take money by force or false accusation,” he said. “Be content with your wages.” |
| 10 | Ephesians 4:22 | to put off your former way of life, your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; |
Job 34:32 Summary
This verse is about asking God to show us what we don't know or understand, and to help us see our mistakes so we can learn from them and not repeat them. It's like saying, 'God, I don't know what I'm doing wrong, please help me see it and I'll try to do better.' This is a humble and honest approach to our relationship with God, recognizing that we need His guidance and wisdom, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. By asking God to teach us, we can grow in our understanding of Him and of ourselves, and become more like Jesus, who is our ultimate example of humility and obedience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to ask God to teach us what we cannot see?
This means we are asking God to reveal to us our blind spots and areas where we may be sinning or living in ignorance, as the Psalmist did in Psalm 19:12, and to give us wisdom and understanding, as promised in James 1:5.
How can we be assured that God will teach us and guide us?
We can be assured that God will teach and guide us because He is our loving Father, as seen in Matthew 7:7-11, and He desires for us to know and follow Him, as stated in Jeremiah 29:12-13.
What is the condition for God to teach us, according to this verse?
The condition is that we must be willing to acknowledge and repent of our wrongdoing, as expressed in the phrase 'if I have done wrong, I will not do it again', which aligns with the principle of repentance in Luke 13:3 and 2 Corinthians 7:10.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse relates to our everyday lives because it encourages us to be humble and open to learning and growth, recognizing that we do not have all the answers, and to trust in God's goodness and wisdom, as expressed in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be 'blind' to my own sin or ignorance, and how can I ask God to reveal them to me?
- What does it mean for me to truly repent and turn away from wrongdoing, and how can I apply this to my life?
- How can I cultivate a humble and teachable heart, willing to learn from God and others?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my willingness to learn and grow, and to trust in God's guidance and wisdom?
Gill's Exposition on Job 34:32
[That which] I see not teach thou me,.... Which may be understood either of the chastisements of God, and his dealings with his people in a providential way, and of the design and use of them, which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 34:32
That which I see not teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 34:32
I will no longer maintain mine innocency, but from thy judgments I will conclude and have reason to believe that there are some secret sins in me, for which thou dost chastise me, and which I through mine ignorance or partiality cannot yet discover, and therefore do beg that thou wouldst by thy Spirit manifest them to me. If I have done iniquity, I will amend my former errors.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 34:32
Job 34:32 [That which] I see not teach thou me: if I have done iniquity, I will do no more.Ver. 32. That which I see not, teach thou me] For I am yet in the dark, and know not the right cause wherefore thou afflictest me. Herein men are very apt to mistake themselves, and when God calls one way to run another, as young Samuel did, i Sam. iii. 5. The devil also dealeth by the afflicted as the Jews did by Christ, blindfolds them, and then bids them prophesy who smote them, and for what? Hence in afflictions we many times grope as blind men, guessing at this cause and at that, but seldom fasten on the right. Here, then, God must be sought unto for direction, and besought that he would graciously point us to the sin he strikes at. This Job had done once and again, Job 10:2; Job 13:23. But Elihu would have him to do it yet better. If I have done iniquity, I will do no more] Thus men must both vow and perform to the Lord their God, Psalms 76:11, and not promise amendment, as children do when taken up to be whipped; or as men in danger at sea, or on their sick beds, use to do largely; but then Sciaputo il morbo, fiaudato il santo, as the Italian proverb hath it, When the disease is removed the saint is defrauded. Pharaoh promised fair while upon the rack; but got off once, he hardened his heart, and would do nothing.
So those slippery votaries, Jeremiah 34:11.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 34:32
(31, 32) I have borne chastisement . . .—These verses express the attitude that should be assumed towards God: one of submission and penitence.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 34:32
Verse 32. That which I see not] "What I do not know, teach thou me; wherein I have done iniquity, I will do so no more."
Cambridge Bible on Job 34:32
29–33. The connexion of the following verses is rather uncertain. The sense of Job 34:30 might suggest the connexion of Job 34:29-30 with the preceding. In this case Job 34:31 would make a new start, and the connexion would be maintained to the end of the chapter. It is probable, however, that Job 34:34-37 should be taken by themselves. In Job 34:29 the word he is emphatic; similarly in Job 34:31 an emphasis falls on God. This common emphasis, in Job 34:29-30 on the absoluteness of God’s operation and in Job 34:31-33 on the presumption of any one who questions it, seems to bind these two groups of verses together. The verses read as a whole, 29. When he giveth quietness, who shall condemn him? And when he hideth his face, who shall behold him?
Whether it be done to a nation or to a man alike: 30. That the godless man reign not, That the people be not ensnared. 31. For hath any said unto God, I have borne (chastisement) though I offend not, 32. That which I see not teach thou me, If I have done iniquity I will do it no more?— 33. Shall God’s recompense be according to thy mind That thou dost reject it? For thou must choose, and not I; Therefore speak what thou knowest.
Barnes' Notes on Job 34:32
That which I see not, teach thou me - That is, in regard to my errors and sins. No prayer could be more appropriate than this.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 34:32
32. That which I see not — áìòãé, without, beyond: — that which lies beyond my vision. The expression points to latent sins — unknown iniquity. The soul is a darkened chamber that hides its own uncleanness.
Sermons on Job 34:32
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The God Who Devastates by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker begins by urging the audience to humble themselves before God and seek His guidance. He mentions that his books, available in the foyer, are more compre |
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The Doctrine of Justification 9. Its Evidence by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink explores the doctrine of justification, emphasizing the apparent contradiction between Paul's assertion that justification is by faith alone and James' claim that works a |
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He Will Teach His Ways by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of seeking God's teaching and guidance in order to walk in His ways and paths, acknowledging our need to learn from Him and be direct |
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(God's Sanctuary) 04 Men of His Own Heart 3 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning how to find God's will. They highlight that there are similar conditions for people to learn these lessons. The sp |
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Weathering the Storm by Greg Laurie | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God's guidance and protection in our lives. He uses the example of a parent guiding their child to illustrate how God guid |
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Tired of Being a Mule by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of divine guidance and the leading of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes the importance of building our foundation on God's promise in |
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The Joys of Forgiveness by Stuart Briscoe | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of admitting and confessing one's sins to God. He outlines four steps to receiving forgiveness from God. The first step is to |