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Job 41:3 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Job 41:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Job chapter 41 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Will he make many supplications unto thee? will he speak soft words unto thee?”
Job 41:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 41:3
"Will he make many supplications unto thee? will he speak soft words unto thee?" Leviathan won't beg for mercy or negotiate—it cannot be reasoned with or persuaded. The Hebrew tachanun (תַּחֲנוּן, "supplications") and rakot (רַכּוֹת, "soft/gentle words") emphasize impossibility of peaceful resolution. Some forces cannot be diplomatically managed, requiring sovereign power to control. This teaches that not all problems yield to human wisdom or negotiation—some require divine intervention beyond human capability.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 41:3
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“but the rich answer harshly.”
“Don't see! and to the prophets”
“but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil”
“but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
“By long forbearing is a prince persuaded”