Job 15:2

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«أيُجِيبُ الحَكِيمُ بِكَلَامٍ فَارِغٍ؟ بَطنُهُ مَلِيءٌ بِالهَوَاءِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Eliphaz is talking to Job, suggesting that it's foolish for a wise person to speak empty words that don't mean anything. He uses the phrase 'fill his belly with the east wind' to describe these empty words.

Explained for Children

Imagine talking about something that doesn't make sense, like saying you can eat the wind. It's silly, right? That's what Eliphaz is saying to Job - why would a smart person talk about nonsense?

Historical Background

The book of Job is part of the wisdom literature in the Old Testament, written around 2000 years ago. It's a dialogue between Job and his friends, including Eliphaz, who are discussing the reasons for Job's suffering.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, we can apply this verse when we're in a meeting and someone starts talking nonsense. It's important to speak wisely and contribute meaningful thoughts instead of wasting time with empty words.

Topics

• wisdom
• speech
• meaningfulness
• suffering
• conversation
• dialogue

Related Verses

• Proverbs 17:27
• Ecclesiastes 5:2
• Matthew 12:36
• 1 Corinthians 14:29
• James 1:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eliphaz in the book of Job?

Eliphaz is one of Job's friends who come to comfort him during his suffering but ends up criticizing him, thinking Job's suffering is due to some hidden sin.

What does 'fill his belly with the east wind' mean?

This phrase means to talk about things that are empty or meaningless, as the east wind is known for not bringing anything substantial.

How can we apply this verse in daily conversation?

We can apply this by being mindful of what we say and ensuring our words are meaningful and contribute value to the conversation.

What other verses discuss speaking wisely?

Verses like Proverbs 17:27 and Ecclesiastes 5:2 also emphasize the importance of speaking wisely and thoughtfully.