18 For I am full of words, and the spirit within me compels me;

Other Translations of Job 32:18

King James Version

18 For I am full of matter, matter: Heb. words the spirit within me constraineth me.

English Standard Version

18 For I am full of words; the spirit within me constrains me.

The Message

18 I've got a lot to say, and I'm bursting to say it.

New King James Version

18 For I am full of words; The spirit within me compels me.

New Living Translation

18 For I am full of pent-up words, and the spirit within me urges me on.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Job 32:18

Commentary on Job 32:15-22

(Read Job 32:15-22)

If we are sure that the Spirit of God suggested what we are about to say, still we ought to refrain, till it comes to our turn to speak. God is the God of order, not of confusion. It is great refreshment to a good man, to speak for the glory of the Lord, and to edify others. And the more we consider the majesty of God, as our Maker, and the more we dread his wrath and justice, the less shall we sinfully fear or flatter men. Could we set the wrath Lord always before us, in his mercies and his terrors, we should not be moved from doing our duty in whatever we are called to do.