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Job 40:22 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Job 40:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 40 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about.”
Job 40:22 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 40:22
"The shady trees cover him with their shadow; the willows of the brook compass him about." Vegetation provides Behemoth shelter—trees give shadow (tsel, צֵל), willows (arvey nachal, עַרְבֵי־נָחַל) surround it. Even the mighty need protection. God designed ecosystems where the powerful receive benefit from the weak (trees). This demonstrates interdependence in creation—no creature is entirely self-sufficient. It teaches humility: strength doesn't eliminate need for support from God's provided resources.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 40:22
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“and that which they have stored up”
“and planted it in a fruitful soil; he placed it beside many waters; he set it as a willow tree.”
“branches of palm trees”