Matthew Poole and continuators on Job 29:25

25. I chose out their way , and sat chief , and dwelt as a king in the army , as one that comforteth the mourners .

They sought to me for my advice in all doubtful and difficult Cases, and I chalked out their Path, and directed them what methods they should take to accomplish their desires.

As a Prince or Judge, whilest they stood waiting for my counsel.

Or Head, as their Head or Ruler, and my mind and word was as a Law or Oracle to them.

Whose presence puts life, and courage and joy into the whole Army. And no less acceptable was my presence to them.

As I was able and ready to comfort any afflicted or sorrowful persons, so my Consolations were always grateful and welcom to them. Or, when he, to wit, the King, comforteth the mourners, i. e. his Army, when they are under some great Consternation or Dejection by reason of some great loss or danger, but are revived by the presence and speech of a wise and valiant King or General.