Cross References

Job 18:2

New International Version

“When will you end these speeches? Be sensible, and then we can talk.

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“Are all these words to go unanswered? Is this talker to be vindicated?

Then Bildad the Shuhite replied:

Why are we regarded as cattle and considered stupid in your sight?

“Listen carefully to my words; let this be the consolation you give me.

There the wicked cease from turmoil, and there the weary are at rest.

“But now, Job, listen to my words; pay attention to everything I say.

“How long will you say such things? Your words are a blustering wind.

To answer before listening— that is folly and shame.

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,