What does Job 39:20 mean?

Job 39:20 highlights themes such as strength, creation, wildlife when read in context.

How should I apply Job 39:20 today?

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

Canst thou make him afraid as a grasshopper? the glory of his nostrils is terrible.

18What time she lifteth up herself on high, she scorneth the horse and his rider.

19Hast thou given the horse strength? hast thou clothed his neck with thunder?

20Canst thou make him afraid as a grasshopper? the glory of his nostrils is terrible.

21He paweth in the valley, and rejoiceth in his strength: he goeth on to meet the armed men.

22He mocketh at fear, and is not affrighted; neither turneth he back from the sword.

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Job 39:19
Both verses discuss the strength and fearlessness of the horse.
Psalm 104:25
This verse emphasizes the majesty of creation, similar to Job's description.
Isaiah 40:31
Both verses reflect on the strength found in God's creation.