Job 11:2-3 | MHM | STEP | v. 2–3 : Zophar says, “Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be justified? Should your lies make men hold their peace? And when you mock, should no one make you ashamed?” (Job 11:2-3 ). He claims that Job talks too much and accuses him of lying and mocking others. Zophar thinks someone needs to correct Job, even though Job’s words have often been honest and thoughtful (Matthew 6:7 ).

‏ Job 11:2-3

v. 2–3: Zophar says, “Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be justified? Should your lies make men hold their peace? And when you mock, should no one make you ashamed?” (Job 11:2-3 ^a). He claims that Job talks too much and accuses him of lying and mocking others. Zophar thinks someone needs to correct Job, even though Job’s words have often been honest and thoughtful (Matthew 6:7 ^b).

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