Because Elihu was the youngest one there, he had waited until everyone finished speaking.

When I gave advice, people were silent and listened carefully to what I said;

everyone welcomed them just as farmers welcome rain in spring.

Job, we have learned this by long study. It is true, so now accept it.

The first person to speak in court always seems right until his opponent begins to question him.

Rich people always think they are wise, but a poor person who has insight into character knows better.

But because the Philosopher was wise, he kept on teaching the people what he knew. He studied proverbs and honestly tested their truth.

The Philosopher tried to find comforting words, but the words he wrote were honest.