For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me.
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Verse 18 is found in chapter 32 of Job. Elihu states that he carefully listened to the previous arguments and considers that none adequately answered Job. He explains that he will not speak to flatter or favor anyone. The section functions as a programmatic introduction to his speeches, in which he will attempt to explain suffering in relation to discipline and God’s greatness.
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Compare Job 32:18 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Denn ich bin der Reden so voll, daß mich der Odem in meinem Innern ängstet.
Porque lleno estoy de palabras, Y el espíritu de mi vientre me constriñe.
Porque estoy lleno de palabras y el espíritu dentro de mí me apremia.
Car je suis plein de paroles, L'esprit me presse au dedans de moi;
Perciocchè io son pieno di parole, Lo spirito del mio ventre mi stringe.
Porque estou cheio de palavras; o meu espírito me constrange.
因為我滿懷言語, 我裏面的靈激動我。
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