Thematic Bible: Men commanded to keep silent


Thematic Bible



Then the sons of the prophets who were at Bethel came out to Elisha and said, “Do you know that the Lord will take your master away from you today?”

He said, “Yes, I know. Be quiet.”

Many people told him to keep quiet, but he was crying out all the more, “Have mercy on me, Son of David!”


They told him, “Be quiet. Keep your mouth shut. Come with us and be a father and a priest to us. Is it better for you to be a priest for the house of one person or for you to be a priest for a tribe and family in Israel?”

And the Levites quieted all the people, saying, “Be still, since today is holy. Do not grieve.”

Be quiet, and I will speak.
Let whatever comes happen to me.

Pay attention, Job, and listen to me.
Be quiet, and I will speak.


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