What does Job 28:1 mean?

Job 28:1 highlights themes such as wisdom, search, value when read in context.

How should I apply Job 28:1 today?

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

Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold where they fine it.

1Surely there is a vein for the silver, and a place for gold where they fine it.

2Iron is taken out of the earth, and brass is molten out of the stone.

3He setteth an end to darkness, and searcheth out all perfection: the stones of darkness, and the shadow of death.

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Proverbs 2:4
Both verses highlight the search for valuable things, comparing material wealth to wisdom.
Matthew 13:44
Jesus teaches about the value of the kingdom of heaven, likening it to treasure.
Ecclesiastes 3:14
This verse reflects on the permanence of God's works, similar to the pursuit of wisdom.