Elihu

[ el-uh-hyoo, ih-lahy-hyoo ]

/ ˈɛl əˌhyu, ɪˈlaɪ hyu /

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noun

a young man who entered into discourse with Job. Job. 32–37.

a male given name.

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SHALL WE PLAY A "SHALL" VS. "SHOULD" CHALLENGE?

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Which form is used to state an obligation or duty someone has?

Origin of Elihu

From the Hebrew word ĕlīhū literally, my God is he

It's Elihu's settin' himself up to be the only human creatur' that never stepped inside of a glass house.
Country Neighbors|Alice Brown
Elihu was pondering on his triumph as a valuable citizen, and what Amarita thought no one could at that moment have foretold.
Country Neighbors|Alice Brown
Amarita, her mother-in-law judged, had been staying indoors too much through the snowy weather, while Elihu worked on his plans.
Country Neighbors|Alice Brown
Elihu left the horse and came with long strides up the path, taking, as he hurried, glances at the roof.
Country Neighbors|Alice Brown

Elihu stood there in silence, and Amarita sat on the packing-case, feeling her heart beat.
Country Neighbors|Alice Brown