From what I've seen of Elihu (and I haven't made a study out of him up to this point, though I might...), it seems if as he had some wisdom and discernment; he kept silent for a long time, and even then he didn't really say a whole lot. He spoke with respect toward those older than him, and still seems respectful toward Job, even while rebuking him.
Unless I'm completely wrong (Bro. George?), it seems as if Mr. Elihu would be a pretty decent role model for Christian young men today. Slow to speak, speech seasoned with salt, knew the matter before he spoke it; and above all, he was respectful to those older than him (while I admit I struggle with that myself on occasion).
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