“But, as I see, there is a spirit in man, and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth understanding. He would be right in saying this, did he not arrogate to himself this same wisdom above all others. For it is no slight condemnation for a man to boast within himself of that advantage which is given to him in common wit…”
Gregory the Dialogist, 7th c. — Morals on the Book of Job, Book XXIII
Original
8But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.
Modern
Preparing…
Teens
Preparing…
Kids
Preparing…
In context
6And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion.
7I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.
— Job 32:8 —
9Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand judgment.
10Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.