"How long will you torment me and crush me with your words?"
As I read this I remember the old saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never harm me." This was taught to kids to use to handle bullies but the truth is the words are a lie. Words hurt. Words are very powerful. This is why Proverbs 18:21 says "Life and death are in the power of the tongue." Job's comforters are using theirs and he is feeling crushed. The takeaway from this for me is to be careful with my words.
One last old phrase, "Make your words soft and sweet for you never know which one you may have to eat."
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