What does Job 42:2 mean?

Job 42:2 highlights themes such as sovereignty, knowledge, faith when read in context.

How should I apply Job 42:2 today?

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

I know that thou canst do every thing, and that no thought can be withholden from thee.

1Then Job answered the LORD, and said,

2I know that thou canst do every thing, and that no thought can be withholden from thee.

3Who is he that hideth counsel without knowledge? therefore have I uttered that I understood not; things too wonderful for me, which I knew not.

4Hear, I beseech thee, and I will speak: I will demand of thee, and declare thou unto me.

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Romans 11:33
Both verses reflect on the depth of God's wisdom and knowledge.
Jeremiah 32:17
Jeremiah expresses faith in God's ability to do all things, similar to Job's declaration.