The task of understanding it is as rewarding as it is strenuous. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in. Jun 09, 2014 the book of job is one of the most misunderstood books in the bible. The theology of work bible commentary is an in depth bible study tool put together by a group of 8 biblical scholars, pastors and working christians. Theology of work bible commentary free online start. But how can mere mortals prove their innocence before god. God says to job, now i want you to pray for your friends these three dear men, so stubborn, so sure that they had all the answers, so well meaning, so sincere, so dedicated, but such utter blunderers. These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the bible understand what the text says and what it means.
So these three men ceased answering job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. Emphasizes understanding the text with practical applications. They explain scripture and help students learn and understand the meaning and application, while also giving answers for vital questions and issues. Andersen, tyndale old testament commentaries totc, intervarsity press, 1976, 318 pp. Job chapter 2 coffmans commentary of the new testament.
Job overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. Study the bible online using commentary on job and more. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible volume i genesis to deuteronomy volume ii joshua to esther volume iii job to song of solomon. Study the bible online using commentary on job 1 and more. Verse by verse audio library by chuck smith blue letter bible. Satan said he could have job eating out of his hand turn him away from god. Zuck, a biblical theology of the old testament, pp.
Job proves faithful to god in prosperity and in adversity. The last of the book is a beautiful picture of what james calls the tender mercies of god toward job james 5. And there is a reality called satan who challenges god that his man is not as good as he thinks he is. As the first poetic book of the english bible, job introduces. Job is the last of the three books that explore these themes of biblical wisdom. Job commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
And seven sons and three daughters were born to him. Perhaps the oldest book in the bible, the book of job touches on many subjects of science and history. How well is it for us, that neither men nor devils are to be our judges. One is constantly amazed at its audacious theology and at the magnitude of its intellectual achievement. This summary of the book of job provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline.
The commentary is available for free in it entirety online. Job 1, new international version niv the bible app. Expert help for understanding the bible each volume in the understanding the bible commentary series breaks down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. This was to show satan how job loved worshiped god. Verses 710 so satan went forth from the presence of jehovah, and smote job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown. Read job commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. There was a man in the land of uz, whose name was job. The book of job is one of the most misunderstood books in the bible. He was the greatest man among all the people of the east. Gods answer to the problem of undeserved suffering. Free bible commentaries, sermons, bible study resources, scripture outlines focused around the big idea of the biblical text. Top 5 commentaries on the book of job ligonier ministries. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture.
Job 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. There was a man in the land of uz, whose name was job we have observed in the argument, that the firstborn son of nahor, abrahams brother, was called uz. But the odious judgments made by his friends caution us against making toocertain application of any model to our own lives. Job 1 kjv there was a man in the land of uz, bible gateway. This book of job stands by itself, is not connected with any other, and is therefore to be considered alone. Biblestudy mp3 bible 10 commandments learn bible in 24 hours alpha foundations bible commentaries book of mormon temple study red letters divine healing training god story gap theory creation to christ book of john kids bible cartoons derek. You can find the best commentary on job for you using the tools on the right side. Job 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Commentary on the book of job free bible commentaries. The following is an edited transcript of the audio. These free bible study commentaries provide notes and comments versebyverse through bible books. Pratte, each commentary urges students to honor scripture as the inspired. The book of job free bible commentaries and bible study tools. Job with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. Intended to be helpful to all christians, including teachers and preachers, while avoiding an emphasis on technical issues. The book of job from the holy bible new international version niv book 18 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a clearer sound, so this speed and. This summary of the book of job provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of job.
Job 9, new international version niv the bible app. Many copies of the hebrew bible place it after the. This is a detailed investigation of the text verse by verse and has much to offer. Commentary on the book of job by matthew henry old. We are a nonprofit bible study ministry dedicated to empowering people to interpret the bible for themselves. These versebyverse, exegetical video, audio and text commentaries are committed to the trustworthiness and authority of scripture view these lectures, emphasizing the intent of the original inspired authors by means of their. The message of job is both a comfort to us in our own suffering and a model for our ministry to others in pain. Bible study notes and commentary on the old testament book of proverbs. Job 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Job commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. Brief explanations of the technical resources used in this commentary. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. This commentary on the controversial book of job is very different from most of the seminary and church teachings so prevalent today, for it attests to the historicity of a man named job who understood at the end of his life that god cannot be. Read job 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise.
For francis andersen, the old testament book about job is one of the supreme offerings of the human mind to the living god, and one of the best gifts of god to humanity. The big picture of job is that there was a man who was, in one sense, blameless in gods sight. For francis andersen, the old testament book about job is one of the supreme offerings of the human mind to the living god and one of the best gifts of god to humanity. Best commentaries and books on job logos bible software. Although most of the book consists of the words of job and his friends, job himself was not the author. As the first poetic book of the english bible, job introduces the reader to the idea of hebrew poetry, which involves the repetition and combination of ideas more than sounds. There are no references to the law of moses, the tabernacle, the priesthood, the judges or kings, etc. Though it is hard and rare, it is not impossible for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven.
The book of job is considered being part of the poetic books job, psalms, proverbs, ecclesiastes, and song of songs in todays bible editions. Click on any part of the bible below to start reading. The book of job niv audio holy bible high quality and. Verses 710 so satan went forth from the presence of jehovah, and smote job. On the contrary, god speaks directly to job, just as he does in the patriarchal age with noah, abraham, isaac, jacob, and other heads of. This summary of the book of job provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of job. The gripping and challenging book of job is perhaps one of the most fascinating books of the old testament, and it begins a new division in the scriptures. Job free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. Spurgeon adds strict grammatical treatment of scripture is always commendable, and in this case the results are valued by advanced scholars. Book of job kjv listen audio bible online bible study tools. Within this bible you can access bible commentary, history, helps, sermons, and more. Bob utley, retired professor of hermeneutics biblical interpretation table of contents.
A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of job in easyenglish. The author, date, and place of the book of job are all uncertain. Bible study mp3 bible 10 commandments learn bible in 24 hours alpha foundations bible commentaries book of mormon temple study red letters divine healing training god story gap theory creation to christ book of john kids bible cartoons derek prince teaching jesus film digital bible. The loss of job s property, and the death of his children. Then the wrath of elihu, the son of barachel the buzite, of the family of ram, was aroused against job. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Jun 02, 2008 the following is an edited transcript of the audio. I attempt to clear that up by offering a different perspective than most people know today. The book of job is rightly understood to be a masterpiece of hebrew poetry and western literature. The introduction to each book gives a concise but thorough treatment of its authorship, date, original setting and purpose.
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