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
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