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Job 34:13

Job 34:13
Who hath given him a charge over the earth? or who hath disposed the whole world?

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

If he set his heart upon man,.... Not his love and affections; though there are some he does in this sense set his heart…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Who hath given him a charge over the earth? - That is, he is the great original Proprietor and Ruler of all. He has…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Who hath given him a charge - Who is it that governs the world? Is it not God? Who disposes of all things in it? Is it…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 34:10-15

The scope of Elihu's discourse to reconcile Job to his afflictions and to pacify his spirit under them. In order to this…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Job 34:13-15

The first thought of Elihu is that the earth, the world, is not entrusted to God by another; He himself arranged it all…