Job 40:1

1 Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said ,

Job 40:1 Meaning and Commentary

Job 40:1

Moreover the Lord answered Job
The Lord having discoursed largely of the works of nature, in order to reconcile the mind of Job to his works of providence, stopped and made a pause for a little space, that Job might answer if he thought fit; but he being entirely silent, the Lord began again:

and said;
as follows:

Job 40:1 In-Context

1 Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said ,

2 Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct him? he that reproveth God, let him answer it.

3 Then Job answered the LORD, and said ,

4 Behold, I am vile ; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth.

5 Once have I spoken ; but I will not answer : yea, twice; but I will proceed no further .