Job 12:20

He removeth away the speech of the trusty, and taketh away the understanding of the aged.

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Other Translations for Job 12:20

BSB
He deprives the trusted of speech and takes away the discernment of elders.
AKJV
He removes away the speech of the trusty, and takes away the understanding of the aged.
CPDV
altering the lips of those who speak the truth and sweeping away the teaching of the aged.
ERV
He removeth the speech of the trusty, and taketh away the understanding of the elders.
NHEB
He removes the speech of those who are trusted, and takes away the understanding of the elders.
SMT
Removing the lip to the faithful, and he will take discernment of old men.

Commentary for Job 12:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 12:20
Summary
God removes counsel and understanding
Event
God silences and confuses
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Judgment