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Job 28:9 Meaning

He putteth forth his hand upon the rock; he overturneth the mountains by the roots.

Context Explained

7There is a path which no fowl knoweth, and which the vulture's eye hath not seen:

8The lion's whelps have not trodden it, nor the fierce lion passed by it.

9He putteth forth his hand upon the rock; he overturneth the mountains by the roots.

10He cutteth out rivers among the rocks; and his eye seeth every precious thing.

11He bindeth the floods from overflowing; and the thing that is hid bringeth he forth to light.

Key Themes

powercreationauthority

Related Cross References

  • Psalm 104:8

    Both verses describe God's power over nature and the earth.

  • Matthew 17:20

    Jesus speaks of faith moving mountains, reflecting divine authority.

  • Isaiah 40:12

    This verse highlights God's power in creation, similar to Job's description.

Source: Job 28:9