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Job 36:3 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Job 36:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 36 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I will fetch my knowledge from afar, and will ascribe righteousness to my Maker.”
Job 36:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Job 36:3
Elihu announces his intention: "I will fetch my knowledge from afar, and will ascribe righteousness to my Maker." The verb nasa (נָשָׂא, "fetch") means to carry or bear. The phrase "from afar" (l'merachok, לְמֵרָחוֹק) suggests comprehensive scope. The verb natan (נָתַן, "ascribe") means to give or attribute. Elihu claims his knowledge is expansive and his purpose theodicy—vindicating God's righteousness. From a Reformed perspective, theodicy (justifying God's ways) is precarious enterprise. Romans 9:20 asks, "Who art thou that repliest against God?" While defending God's character is legitimat...
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Cross-References for Job 36:3
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“then peaceful”
“coming down from the Father of lights”
“righteousness belongs to you”
“his work is perfect”
“and brought it on us; for Yahweh our God is righteous in all his works which he does”
“For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.”
“and the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding.”
“and gracious in all his works.”
“the servant of God”
“Doth God pervert judgment? or doth the Almighty pervert justice?”