Elihu Young Man who Counseled Job

Elihu was a young man who spoke after Job's three friends. Angry that Job justified himself rather than God, and that the friends condemned Job without answering him, Elihu emphasized God's sovereignty and the teaching purpose of suffering. His speeches prepared for God's appearance.

1. WaitingPatriarchal Era

   Elihu listens to the entire debate between Job and his three friends.

   JOB 32:4

2. Speaks UpPatriarchal Era

   Elihu, angry at both Job and the friends, finally speaks.

   JOB 32:1-5

3. First SpeechPatriarchal Era

   Elihu argues God speaks through suffering and dreams.

   JOB 33

4. Further SpeechesPatriarchal Era

   Elihu continues defending God's justice and power.

   JOB 34-37

5. God SpeaksPatriarchal Era

   God speaks from the whirlwind immediately after Elihu finishes.

   JOB 38:1