Cross References

Job 18:2

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

How long until you stop talking? Show some sense, and then we can talk.

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My dear brothers and sisters, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

The one who gives an answer before he listens – this is foolishness and disgrace for him.

But now, Job, pay attention to my speech, and listen to all my words.

Pay close attention to my words; let this be the consolation you offer.

Should this abundance of words go unanswered and such a talker be acquitted?

How long will you go on saying these things? Your words are a blast of wind.

There the wicked cease to make trouble, and there the weary find rest.

Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:

Why are we regarded as cattle, as stupid in your sight?