Job 5:27
Lo this, we have searched it, so it is; hear it, and know thou it for thy good.
Original Language Analysis
חֲקַרְנ֥וּהָ
Lo this we have searched
H2713
חֲקַרְנ֥וּהָ
Lo this we have searched
Strong's:
H2713
Word #:
3 of 9
properly, to penetrate; hence, to examine intimately
כֶּֽן
H3651
כֶּֽן
Strong's:
H3651
Word #:
4 of 9
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
הִ֑יא
H1931
הִ֑יא
Strong's:
H1931
Word #:
5 of 9
he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo
שְׁ֝מָעֶ֗נָּה
it so it is hear
H8085
שְׁ֝מָעֶ֗נָּה
it so it is hear
Strong's:
H8085
Word #:
6 of 9
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
Cross References
Psalms 111:2The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.Proverbs 9:12If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.Deuteronomy 10:13To keep the commandments of the LORD, and his statutes, which I command thee this day for thy good?
Historical Context
Wisdom literature values certainty, but Job demonstrates that some questions have no easy answers. Eliphaz's confidence in his theology blinds him to Job's actual innocence.
Questions for Reflection
- When has certainty about theology prevented you from seeing truth?
- How do you balance confidence in God's truth with humility about your understanding?
Analysis & Commentary
Eliphaz concludes with certainty: 'we have searched it, so it is; hear it, and know thou it for thy good.' His dogmatic confidence reveals pride in human wisdom that cannot comprehend divine mystery. The book's resolution shows that all three friends must repent of their presumption (42:7-9).