1So these three men ceased to answer Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. Many Bible Versions
2Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God. Many Bible Versions
3Also against his three friends was his wrath kindled, because they had found no answer, and yet had condemned Job. Many Bible Versions
4Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he. Many Bible Versions
5When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled. Many Bible Versions
6And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion. Many Bible Versions
7I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom. Many Bible Versions
8But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding. Many Bible Versions
9Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand judgment. Many Bible Versions
10Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion. Many Bible Versions
11Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say. Many Bible Versions
12Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words: Many Bible Versions
13Lest ye should say, We have found out wisdom: God thrusteth him down, not man. Many Bible Versions
14Now he hath not directed his words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches. Many Bible Versions
15They were amazed, they answered no more: they left off speaking. Many Bible Versions
16When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, and answered no more;) Many Bible Versions
17I said, I will answer also my part, I also will shew mine opinion. Many Bible Versions
18For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. Many Bible Versions
19Behold, my belly is as wine which hath no vent; it is ready to burst like new bottles. Many Bible Versions
20I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer. Many Bible Versions
21Let me not, I pray you, accept any man’s person, neither let me give flattering titles unto man. Many Bible Versions
22For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing my maker would soon take me away. Many Bible Versions