KJV ORIGINAL
Hear my words, O ye wise men; and give ear unto me, ye that have knowledge.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Listen to my words, you wise men, and pay attention to me, you who have knowledge.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The speaker is calling for the attention of wise and knowledgeable people to hear what he has to say.
📚 Historical Context
This is Elihu speaking to Job and his three friends after listening to their lengthy debate about Job's suffering. Elihu, a younger man who had remained silent out of respect for his elders, now steps forward to offer his perspective on Job's situation. He addresses the 'wise men' present, likely referring to Job's three friends who claimed to have wisdom about God's ways.
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