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Job 33:31

Western Saints

Gregory the Dialogist

Eliu has uttered great and very powerful words. But it is a characteristic of every boastful person, that, while giving utterance to truths and mysteries, he suddenly blends with them, through pride of heart, some foolish and proud expressions. For he endeavours to please the world without, in that which he thinks with truth; and is soon despoiled of the truth, just as through haughtiness of pride he goes back from what is inward. …

Morals on the Book of Job, Book XXIV ↗

Thomas Aquinas

Since it seemed to him that he had spoken effectively, he invites Job to listen quietly to the things which remain. He says, "Listen, Job," in your heart, "and hear me," with your ears, "be silent while I speak," and do not interrupt me.

Commentary on Job ↗