Job 34:3

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Denn das Ohr prüft die Rede, wie der Gaumen die Speise schmeckt.

Was bedeutet das?

Job 34:3 says that just like our mouth tastes food, our ear judges the words we hear. This is part of Elihu's speech to Job, emphasizing the importance of discerning what we hear.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you're trying a new food. You taste it to see if it's yummy or yucky, right? Well, it's the same with words we hear. We use our ears to figure out if what we're hearing is good or not good, just like your mouth tastes your food.

Historischer Hintergrund

This verse is from the Book of Job, written around 7th century BC, possibly by the prophet Ezekiel. It was written to a Hebrew audience experiencing hardship and questioning the justice of God. The cultural setting includes a belief in divine justice and the importance of discernment.

Anwendung für heute

Imagine you're at a friend's house, and they start talking about someone in a mean way. Just like you would taste a food to decide if you like it, you should use your ear to judge the words being said about others and decide if they are true and kind.

Themen

• discernment
• listening
• judgment
• wisdom
• speech
• truth

Verwandte Verse

• Proverbs 18:21
• John 7:24
• 1 Thessalonians 5:21
• Proverbs 15:28
• 1 Corinthians 14:29

Häufige Fragen

Who is speaking in Job 34:3?

Elihu is speaking in this verse as part of his speech to Job, emphasizing the importance of discernment.

What does it mean to 'taste' words?

To 'taste' words means to judge or discern their value, just like you would taste food to decide if it's good or not.

Why is discernment important?

Discernment is important because it helps us understand and evaluate the truth and value of what we hear, guiding our actions and beliefs.

How can I apply this verse in my daily life?

You can apply this verse by carefully considering the words you hear, just like you taste food to decide if it's good or not, ensuring you make wise judgments.