Then was kindled the wrath of Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite, of the kindred of Ram: against Job was his wrath kindled, because he justified himself rather than God.

Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he.

And 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.

But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.

Therefore I said, Hearken to me; I also will shew mine opinion.

Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words:

Now he hath not directed his words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches.

When I had waited, (for they spake not, but stood still, and answered no more;)

For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me.

I will speak, that I may be refreshed: I will open my lips and answer.

For I know not to give flattering titles; in so doing my maker would soon take me away.