I haven’t gone back from the commandment of his lips. I have treasured up the words of his mouth more than my necessary food.
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 12. Lips, given to Noe, (Genesis 9:5) or to Moses. This work was written by a Jew, who dresses up the sentiments of Job in his own style. The holy man was also acquainted with the Mosaic dispensation, though he was not bound to observe the ceremonial part of it. Calmet.—His words, may, however, be verified, though he speak only of the natural law, or of that which was preserved by tradition of the patriarchs, as both proceeded from God. Bible.—Hid. Prot. “esteemed … more than my necessary food.” Bible.—Septuagint agree with the Vulg. The ancients placed in their bosom what they greatly esteemed. The Turks still use it as a pocket. Thevenot xxii. Calmet.