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Job 38:37 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Job 38:37 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 38 verse 37 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heaven, stay: Heb. cause to lie down”
Job 38:37 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 38:37
God's questions about clouds emphasize both knowledge and power. 'Number the clouds in wisdom' (saphar shechaqim, סָפַר שְׁחָקִים) asks who possesses sufficient understanding to count and categorize atmospheric phenomena. 'Stay the bottles of heaven' (shakab niblei, שָׁכַב נִבְלֵי) uses imagery of tipping or pouring water containers—who can tip the heavenly reservoirs to release rain? The term 'bottles' (nebelim, נְבֵלִים) can also mean clouds or water-skins, emphasizing containment and controlled release. This verse reveals God's meticulous governance—He doesn't merely unleash weather randoml...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 38:37
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“He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.”
“which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh”
“and said”
“all the animals”