What does Job 12:14 mean?

Job 12:14 highlights themes such as power, sovereignty, destruction when read in context.

How should I apply Job 12:14 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Behold, he breaketh down, and it cannot be built again: he shutteth up a man, and there can be no opening.

12With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding.

13With him is wisdom and strength, he hath counsel and understanding.

14Behold, he breaketh down, and it cannot be built again: he shutteth up a man, and there can be no opening.

15Behold, he withholdeth the waters, and they dry up: also he sendeth them out, and they overturn the earth.

16With him is strength and wisdom: the deceived and the deceiver are his.

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Isaiah 14:27
Both verses emphasize God's ultimate authority in building and destroying.
Matthew 10:28
Jesus teaches about God's power over life and death, resonating with Job's insights.
Revelation 3:7
Highlights God's control over openings and closings, akin to Job's statement.