Unto me men gave ear, and waited, and kept silence at my counsel.
Men gave ear to Job, listened closely to his advice, and held their peace while waiting for him to speak. Their silence was attentive and deferential, showing that they valued his counsel and paused to receive it. This respectful hearing belonged to the honor shown him in the days of his prosperity. That honor rested on a life distinguished by justice, compassion, and active care for those in need.
Men gave ear to Job, listened closely to his advice, and held their peace while waiting for him to speak. Their silence was attentive and deferential, showing that they valued his counsel and paused to receive it. This respectful hearing belonged to the honor shown him in the days of his prosperity. That honor rested on a life distinguished by justice, compassion, and active care for those in need.