Job 37:14
Job 37:14 in Multiple Translations
Listen to this, O Job; stand still and consider the wonders of God.
Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
Hearken unto this, O Job: Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
Give ear to this, O Job, and keep quiet in your place; and take note of the wonders worked by God.
Listen to this, Job! Stop for a moment and consider the wonderful things God does.
Hearken vnto this, O Iob: stand and consider the wonderous workes of God.
Hear this, O Job, Stand and consider the wonders of God.
“Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
Hearken to this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
Hearken to these things, Job: Stand, and consider the wondrous works of God.
“Job, listen to this; stop and think about the wonderful things that God does.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 37:14
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Job 37:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַאֲזִ֣ינָ/ה
זֹּ֣את
אִיּ֑וֹב
עֲ֝מֹ֗ד
וְ/הִתְבּוֹנֵ֤ן
נִפְלְא֬וֹת
אֵֽל
הַאֲזִ֣ינָ/ה
ʼâzan
H238
to listen
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
זֹּ֣את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
אִיּ֑וֹב
ʼÎyôwb
H347
Job
N-proper
עֲ֝מֹ֗ד
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
וְ/הִתְבּוֹנֵ֤ן
bîyn
H995
to understand
Conj | V-r-Impv-2ms
נִפְלְא֬וֹת
pâlâʼ
H6381
to wonder
V-Niphal
אֵֽל
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 37:14
הַאֲזִ֣ינָ/ה
ʼâzan
H238
"to listen"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
To listen or hear is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often implying obedience or paying attention to what is being said, as in 1 Kings 3:9.
Definition: 1) to hear, listen 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to hear, listen, give ear 1a2) to be obedient, harken 1a3) to hear or listen to prayers (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: give (perceive by the) ear, hear(-ken). See H239 (אָזַן). See also: Genesis 4:23; Psalms 77:2; Psalms 5:2.
זֹּ֣את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
אִיּ֑וֹב
ʼÎyôwb
H347
"Job"
N-proper
Job was a patriarch famous for his patience and is the subject of the book of Job, which explores his struggles and faith in God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Job.1.1 Also named: Iōb (Ἰώβ "Job" G2492) § Job = "hated" a patriarch, the subject of the book of Job
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: Job. See also: Job 1:1; Job 32:3; Ezekiel 14:20.
עֲ֝מֹ֗ד
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
וְ/הִתְבּוֹנֵ֤ן
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
Conj | V-r-Impv-2ms
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
נִפְלְא֬וֹת
pâlâʼ
H6381
"to wonder"
V-Niphal
This Hebrew word means to wonder or be amazed, often at something great or difficult. It describes God's power and miracles in the Bible, like in the book of Psalms. The KJV translates it as 'marvelous' or 'wonderful'.
Definition: 1) to be marvellous, be wonderful, be surpassing, be extraordinary, separate by distinguishing action 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be beyond one's power, be difficult to do 1a2) to be difficult to understand 1a3) to be wonderful, be extraordinary 1a3a) marvellous (participle) 1b) (Piel) to separate (an offering) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to do extraordinary or hard or difficult thing 1c2) to make wonderful, do wondrously 1d) (Hithpael) to show oneself wonderful or marvellous
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, (arise...too, be too) hard, hidden, things too high, (be, do, do a, shew) marvelous(-ly, -els, things, work), miracles, perform, separate, make singular, (be, great, make) wonderful(-ers, -ly, things, works), wondrous (things, works, -ly). See also: Genesis 18:14; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 9:2.
אֵֽל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
Study Notes — Job 37:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 37:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 37:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 37:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 37:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 37:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 37:14
- Cambridge Bible on Job 37:14
- Barnes' Notes on Job 37:14
- Sermons on Job 37:14
Context — Elihu Proclaims God’s Majesty
12They swirl about, whirling at His direction, accomplishing all that He commands over the face of all the earth.
13Whether for punishment or for His land, He accomplishes this in His loving devotion.
14Listen to this, O Job; stand still and consider the wonders of God.
15Do you know how God dispatches the clouds or makes the lightning flash? 16Do you understand how the clouds float, those wonders of Him who is perfect in knowledge?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 111:2 | Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them. |
| 2 | Psalms 145:10–12 | All You have made will give You thanks, O LORD, and Your saints will bless You. They will tell of the glory of Your kingdom and speak of Your might, to make known to men Your mighty acts and the glorious splendor of Your kingdom. |
| 3 | Exodus 14:13 | But Moses told the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. |
| 4 | Habakkuk 2:20 | But the LORD is in His holy temple; let all the earth be silent before Him. |
| 5 | Job 36:24 | Remember to magnify His work, which men have praised in song. |
| 6 | Psalms 145:5–6 | the glorious splendor of Your majesty. And I will meditate on Your wondrous works. They will proclaim the power of Your awesome deeds, and I will declare Your greatness. |
| 7 | Psalms 46:10 | “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” |
| 8 | Job 26:6–14 | Sheol is naked before God, and Abaddon has no covering. He stretches out the north over empty space; He hangs the earth upon nothing. He wraps up the waters in His clouds, yet the clouds do not burst under their own weight. He covers the face of the full moon, spreading over it His cloud. He has inscribed a horizon on the face of the waters at the boundary between light and darkness. The foundations of heaven quake, astounded at His rebuke. By His power He stirred the sea; by His understanding He shattered Rahab. By His breath the skies were cleared; His hand pierced the fleeing serpent. Indeed, these are but the fringes of His ways; how faint is the whisper we hear of Him! Who then can understand the thunder of His power?” |
Job 37:14 Summary
Job 37:14 is an invitation to stop what we are doing and think about the amazing things God has done. It's like taking a break from our busy lives to look up at the sky and remember how big and powerful God is (Psalm 8:3-4). By doing this, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's love and care for us, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. We can start by taking a few minutes each day to reflect on the wonders of God's creation and His love for us, and to seek a deeper understanding of His ways, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main point of Job 37:14?
The main point of Job 37:14 is to encourage Job to stop and consider the wonders of God, which is a theme that is also found in Psalm 77:11-12 and Psalm 111:2, where we are reminded to remember and declare the wonderful works of God.
Why is it important to stand still and consider the wonders of God?
It is essential to stand still and consider the wonders of God because it helps us to gain a deeper understanding of His power and majesty, as seen in Isaiah 40:28, where we are reminded that God's understanding is beyond human comprehension.
How can we apply the message of Job 37:14 to our daily lives?
We can apply the message of Job 37:14 by taking time to reflect on the wonders of God's creation, as mentioned in Psalm 19:1-6, and to seek a deeper understanding of His ways, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
What is the significance of the phrase 'wonders of God' in this verse?
The phrase 'wonders of God' in Job 37:14 refers to the amazing and awe-inspiring works of God, which are also mentioned in Acts 2:11, where the disciples were filled with wonder and awe at the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
Reflection Questions
- What are some of the wonders of God that I have experienced in my life, and how have they impacted my relationship with Him?
- How can I cultivate a sense of awe and wonder at God's creation and His ways, as encouraged in this verse?
- What are some ways that I can 'stand still' and reflect on the wonders of God in my busy daily life?
- How can I use the message of Job 37:14 to encourage others to seek a deeper understanding of God's wonders and ways?
Gill's Exposition on Job 37:14
Hearken unto this, O Job,.... Either to the present clap of thunder then heard; or rather to what Elihu had last said concerning clouds of rain coming for correction or mercy; and improve it and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 37:14
Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God. (Psalms 111:2.)
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 37:14
If there be so much matter of wonder and adoration in the most obvious and sensible works of God, how wonderful must his deep and secret counsels and judgments be! And therefore it would better become thee humbly to admire, and quietly to submit to them, than to murmur or quarrel with them.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 37:14
Job 37:14 Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.Ver. 14. Hearken unto this, O Job] Here Elihu by little and little draweth to a most wise conclusion, bringing Job to this point, that as the wisdom of God in these daily and ordinary works of nature doth far exceed the reach and capacity of man, so he should much more consider the same in this grievous calamity, which was now befallen him. And forasmuch as he could not come to the knowledge of any other secondary and middle causes, he should rather adore and reverence the secret counsel and purpose of God herein than labour in vain, and without any profit at all to torment himself in searching out that which is not possible for any man to understand. Which argument God himself doth at large most truly and divinely prosecute in the four following chapters. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God] Consiste, considera, and that thou mayest see into these divine secrets, Non arrigendae sunt aures carnis, sed fidei, Prick up the ears of thy faith, which alone can skill of these mysteries; whereinto if thou hast yet no insight, and canst not yet feel the justice, wisdom, and goodness of God in thy present sufferings, it is for want of judgment (as I shall evince in that which follows), it is because thou hast not mine eyes, senses habitually exercised to discern good and evil, Hebrews 5:14. Nicostratus in Elian, himself being a skilled artist, finding a curious piece of work, and being wondered at by one, and asked, What pleasure he could take to stand gazing as he did on the picture? answered, Hadst thou mine eyes thou wouldst not wonder, but rather be ravished, as I am, at the inimitable art of this rare piece. Elihu seemeth here to say as much to Job.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 37:14
Verse 14. Hearken unto this] Hear what I say on the part of God. Stand still] Enter into deep contemplation on the subject. And consider] Weigh every thing; examine separately and collectively; and draw right conclusions from the whole. The wondrous works of God.] Endless in their variety; stupendous in their structure; complicated in their parts; indescribable in their relations and connections; and incomprehensible in the mode of their formation, in the cohesion of their parts, and in the ends of their creation.
Cambridge Bible on Job 37:14
14–23. Elihu’s own imagination kindles at the thought of the wonders which he is unfolding, and he beseeches Job to observe them with a reverent awe, and learn from them the unsearchableness of Him who is their Author.
Barnes' Notes on Job 37:14
Hearken unto this, O Job - That is, to the lesson which such events are fitted to convey respecting God. Stand still - In a posture of reverence and attention.
Sermons on Job 37:14
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Bakht Singh Funeral - Part 5 by Bakht Singh | This sermon reflects on the significance of rare natural phenomena like the multicolored ring around the sun, drawing parallels to spiritual occurrences and divine manifestations. |
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Job #3: The 4th Friend by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the speaker begins by emphasizing the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit when studying the Bible. He then introduces the character of Elihu in the book of Job |
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Letter 131. by James Bourne | James Bourne emphasizes the importance of not relying on worldly wisdom or methods to appease others, but to instead trust in God's ways and seek His purposes, even in times of tri |
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The Wonderful Works of God by William Fitch | In this sermon transcript, the speaker discusses the works of the Lord as described in the book of Psalms. The speaker emphasizes God's greatness, honor, and compassion towards his |
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Creation-Providence-Redemption - Part 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker marvels at the intricate design of the human body and the wonders of God's creation. He expresses gratitude for the gift of eyesight and emphasizes the |
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Wonders of God-01 in Creation by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the wonders of God in creation, specifically focusing on the human body. He highlights how the human body is often referred to as |
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Creation Versus Evolution by E.W. Bullinger | E.W. Bullinger emphasizes in The Companion Bible the direct acts and volitions of God as the Creator in Genesis 1:1-2:3, highlighting the perfection, goodness, and wondrous nature |