Job 8:2
Job 8:2 in Multiple Translations
“How long will you go on saying such things? The words of your mouth are a blustering wind.
How long wilt thou speak these things? and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?
How long wilt thou speak these things? And how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a mighty wind?
How long will you say these things, and how long will the words of your mouth be like a strong wind?
“How much longer will you go on talking like this? The words coming out of your mouth are a lot of hot air!
Howe long wilt thou talke of these things? and howe long shall the wordes of thy mouth be as a mightie winde?
Till when dost thou speak these things? And a strong wind — sayings of thy mouth?
“How long will you speak these things? Shall the words of your mouth be a mighty wind?
How long wilt thou speak these things ? and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?
How long wilt thou speak these things, and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?
“Job, how much longer will you talk like this? What you say is only hot air.
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 8:2
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Job 8:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
עַד
אָ֥ן
תְּמַלֶּל
אֵ֑לֶּה
וְ/ר֥וּחַ
כַּ֝בִּיר
אִמְרֵי
פִֽי/ךָ
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
אָ֥ן
ʼân
H575
where?
Part
תְּמַלֶּל
mâlal
H4448
to speak
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
אֵ֑לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
וְ/ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
Conj | N-cs
כַּ֝בִּיר
kabbîyr
H3524
mighty
Adj
אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
word
N-mp
פִֽי/ךָ
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 8:2
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
אָ֥ן
ʼân
H575
"where?"
Part
The Hebrew word for 'where' is used to ask about location or direction, like in Genesis 3:9 and Exodus 2:13. It can also mean 'when' or 'how long'.
Definition: 1) where?, whither? (of place) 2) when?, until when?, how long? (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] any (no) whither, now, where, whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 16:8; 2 Kings 6:6; Psalms 13:2.
תְּמַלֶּל
mâlal
H4448
"to speak"
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to speak or say, often used in poetic language, and is found in various KJV translations as say, speak, or utter. It is related to the idea of rubbing or scraping. In the Bible, it appears in books like Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to speak, utter, say 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Piel) to say, utter Aramaic equivalent: me.lal (מְלַל "to speak" H4449)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: say, speak, utter. See also: Genesis 21:7; Job 33:3; Psalms 106:2.
אֵ֑לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
וְ/ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
Conj | N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
כַּ֝בִּיר
kabbîyr
H3524
"mighty"
Adj
This word means mighty or powerful, describing something as vast or great in extent, power, or number. It is used in the Bible to describe God's power or the strength of a large group. It conveys a sense of grandeur or importance.
Definition: mighty, great, powerful, many, much
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] feeble, mighty, most, much, strong, valiant. See also: Job 8:2; Job 34:24; Isaiah 16:14.
אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
"word"
N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a word or speech, like a promise or command from God. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's conversations with people.
Definition: utterance, speech, word, saying, promise, command
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: answer, [idiom] appointed unto him, saying, speech, word. See also: Genesis 49:21; Psalms 141:6; Psalms 5:2.
פִֽי/ךָ
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
Study Notes — Job 8:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 8:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 8:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 8:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 8:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 8:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 8:2
- Cambridge Bible on Job 8:2
- Barnes' Notes on Job 8:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 8:2
- Sermons on Job 8:2
Context — Bildad: Job Should Repent
1Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:
2“How long will you go on saying such things? The words of your mouth are a blustering wind.
3Does God pervert justice? Does the Almighty pervert what is right? 4When your children sinned against Him, He gave them over to their rebellion.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 6:26 | Do you intend to correct my words, and treat as wind my cry of despair? |
| 2 | Job 15:2 | “Does a wise man answer with empty counsel or fill his belly with the hot east wind? |
| 3 | 1 Kings 19:11 | Then the LORD said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD. Behold, the LORD is about to pass by.” And a great and mighty wind tore into the mountains and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake. |
| 4 | Exodus 10:7 | Pharaoh’s officials asked him, “How long will this man be a snare to us? Let the people go, so that they may worship the LORD their God. Do you not yet realize that Egypt is in ruins?” |
| 5 | Proverbs 1:22 | “How long, O simple ones, will you love your simple ways? How long will scoffers delight in their scorn and fools hate knowledge? |
| 6 | Job 16:3 | Is there no end to your long-winded speeches? What provokes you to continue testifying? |
| 7 | Job 18:2 | “How long until you end these speeches? Show some sense, and then we can talk. |
| 8 | Exodus 10:3 | So Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and told him, “This is what the LORD, the God of the Hebrews, says: ‘How long will you refuse to humble yourself before Me? Let My people go, so that they may worship Me. |
| 9 | Job 11:2–3 | “Should this stream of words go unanswered and such a speaker be vindicated? Should your babbling put others to silence? Will you scoff without rebuke? |
| 10 | Job 7:11 | Therefore I will not restrain my mouth; I will speak in the anguish of my spirit; I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. |
Job 8:2 Summary
In this verse, Bildad is telling Job to stop talking and listen, because his words are not helpful or wise. Bildad thinks that Job is just speaking out of emotion and not considering God's perspective, as we see in Job 42:3 where Job says that he spoke of things he did not understand. This is a reminder to us to be careful with our words and to make sure we are speaking the truth in love, as seen in Ephesians 4:15. We should strive to speak words that are helpful and encouraging to others, rather than just speaking to hear ourselves talk, and to trust in God's sovereignty and wisdom, as seen in Romans 11:33-36.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bildad trying to say to Job in this verse?
Bildad is essentially telling Job to stop speaking and complaining, implying that his words are empty and lacking in substance, much like the words of the wicked in Psalms 12:2-3, which says that they speak with a forked tongue.
Is Bildad's response to Job justified?
While Bildad's words may seem harsh, they do reflect a concern for Job's well-being and a desire to point him back to God, as seen in Psalms 119:67, which says that before Job was afflicted he went astray, but now he keeps God's word.
What does the phrase 'blustering wind' mean in this context?
The phrase 'blustering wind' is a metaphor that suggests Job's words are loud, boastful, and ultimately empty, lacking in true wisdom or spiritual insight, much like the empty philosophies of the world described in Colossians 2:8.
How should we respond to criticism like Bildad's in our own lives?
We should respond with humility and a willingness to listen, as Proverbs 12:1 says that whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid, and we see an example of this in Job's response to his friends in Job 42:3-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I speak with a 'blustering wind', and how can I cultivate more thoughtful and edifying speech?
- In what ways do I try to justify myself or my actions, rather than trusting in God's sovereignty and wisdom?
- How can I balance the need to express my emotions and concerns with the need to speak wisely and carefully, as seen in Proverbs 15:1-2?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to be more mindful of my words and their impact on others, and how can I use my words to build others up, as seen in Ephesians 4:29?
Gill's Exposition on Job 8:2
How long wilt thou speak these [things]?.... Either what he had delivered in the "third" chapter in cursing the day of his birth, and wishing for death, in which sentiments he still continued, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 8:2
How long wilt thou speak these things? and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind? Like a strong wind - disregarding restraints, vain, rash, and daring against God.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 8:2
i.e. Boisterous and violent, swelling and furious, opposing all persons and things that stand in thy way, not sparing either God or men.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 8:2
Job 8:2 How long wilt thou speak these [things]? and [how long shall] the words of thy mouth [be like] a strong wind?Ver. 2. How long wilt thou speak these things?] Quousque effaberis ista. q.d. Hast thou nothing better than this to utter? (Tremel.) Be silent for shame, or forbear at least to vent thy spleen against God, of whose proceedings with thee thou hast heavily complained; thy words have been stout against the Lord, and thou hast taken too much liberty of language in this tempest of talk. And how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?] Big and boisterous, rude and robustuous, as if thou wouldst Dominum impetere, evertere, et deiecere, blow down God and his proceedings at a breath (Mercer). The Tigurine translation is, Quandiu verba oris sui sonabunt pertinaciam? How long shall the words of thy mouth sound out thine obstinacy? If evil thoughts be maioris reatus, of greater guilt, as the schools speak; yet evil words and works are maioris infamiae, of greater scandal, and do more corrupt others. This Bildad was sensible of, and conceiving that Job complained of God as dealing hardly with him, and unjustly afflicting him, he addeth,
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 8:2
Verse 2. How long wilt thou speak these things?] Wilt thou still go on to charge God foolishly? Thy heavy affliction proves that thou art under his wrath; and his wrath, thus manifested, proves that it is for thy sins that he punisheth thee. Be like a strong wind?] The Arabic, with which the Syriac agrees, is [Syriac] rucholazomati, the spirit of pride. Wilt thou continue to breathe forth a tempest of words? This is more literal.
Cambridge Bible on Job 8:2
1–7. The discriminating rectitude of God 2. Before coming to his principle and by way of introducing it Bildad expresses his wonder that Job should allow himself to speak such things as his discourse contained. These things are such things as ch. Job 6:29, Job 7:1-2; Job 7:12-21, and perhaps even ch. Job 6:10. He refers to the general drift of Job’s speech, which appears to him to be an assertion that God was unjust (Job 8:3). a strong wind] Violent, and empty, cf. ch. Job 15:2, Job 16:3.
Barnes' Notes on Job 8:2
How long wilt thou speak these things? - The flyings of murmuring and complaint, such as he had uttered in the previous chapters. The words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?
Whedon's Commentary on Job 8:2
The first strophe — THE COURSE OF DIVINE THE JUSTICE OF GOD, Job 8:2-7.a. Since God cannot pervert the right, the death of Job’s children shows that they must have sinned, Job 8:2-4.2. A strong wind — Omit like.
Sermons on Job 8:2
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(Men Who Met God): Elijah - "The Lord Leviticus Before Whom I Stand" by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of finding reality and how sin often prevents us from experiencing it. He explores the inner conflict within humans, where the di |
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Cause/cure of the Drug Epidemic by Dr. A.E. Wilder-Smith | In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing a personal experience with a demon popping out of the middle. He then transitions to discussing the importance of the five senses a |
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When Your in a Crisis - How to Hear From God by Bayless Conley | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Elijah and how he heard from God in a time of crisis. The speaker emphasizes the importance of removing distractions and hindran |
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One of the Best Prayers Ever - Keswick Convention by Billy Strachan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to God's voice, which often comes in a still small voice rather than through dramatic events. He shares the stor |
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A Living Sacrifice Part Ii by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of complete commitment and total dedication to Jesus Christ. He mentions various examples of individuals who have shown this l |
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Still, Small Voices by Carter Conlon | This sermon from 1 Kings chapter 19 titled 'Still Small Voices' emphasizes the power of a small, still voice of God in times of discouragement and spiritual conflict. It highlights |
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What to Do When You've Had Enough by Greg Locke | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on the word of God as our sustenance. He encourages the congregation to prioritize the word of God over worldly di |