King James Version
What Does Job 39:5 Mean?
“Who hath sent out the wild ass free? or who hath loosed the bands of the wild ass?”
Context
3
They bow themselves, they bring forth their young ones, they cast out their sorrows.
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Their young ones are in good liking, they grow up with corn; they go forth, and return not unto them.
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Who hath sent out the wild ass free? or who hath loosed the bands of the wild ass?
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Whose house I have made the wilderness, and the barren land his dwellings. barren: Heb. salt places
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He scorneth the multitude of the city, neither regardeth he the crying of the driver. of the driver: Heb. of the exactor
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary7. The answer is Ro 2:4; 1Ti 1:16; Psa 73:18; Ec 8:11-13; Lu 2:35-end; Pr 16:4; Ro 9:22.
**old--**in opposition to the friends who asserted that sinners are "cut off" early (Job 8:12, 14).
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Job. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Job 39:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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