Job 38:33
“Knowest thou the ordinances of heaven? canst thou set the dominion thereof in the earth?”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts?.... That is, of man, in his heart, as explained in the next clause; such wisdom…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Knowest thou the ordinances of heaven? - The laws or statutes by which the motions of the heavenly bodies are governed.…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Knowest thou the ordinances of heaven? - Art thou a thorough astronomer? Art thou acquainted with all the laws of the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Job 38:25-41
Hitherto God had put such questions to Job as were proper to convince him of his ignorance and short-sightedness. Now he…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
canst thou set Rather, as before, dost thou set? The idea is that the heavens and the stars exercise an influence over…
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