37. For he addeth rebellion The root idea of פשׁע “rebellion,” is, “break from,” “sever.” The more Job murmurs, the more he becomes alienated from God. The danger is that he will completely apostatize from God. That Job may, if possible, be saved, it is desirable that he be tried to the utmost, or “till eternity,” (Furst,) if need be. Clappeth An expression of contempt, same as in Job 27:23. read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Job 34:37
37. For he addeth rebellion The root idea of פשׁע “rebellion,” is, “break from,” “sever.” The more Job murmurs, the more he becomes alienated from God. The danger is that he will completely apostatize from God. That Job may, if possible, be saved, it is desirable that he be tried to the utmost, or “till eternity,” (Furst,) if need be. Clappeth An expression of contempt, same as in Job 27:23. read more