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Job 38:40

Job 38:40
When they couch in their dens, and abide in the covert to lie in wait?

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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

When they couch in their dens - For the purpose of springing upon their prey. And abide in the covert to lie in wait? -…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

When they couch in their dens - Before they are capable of trusting themselves abroad.

Abide in the covert - Before they…

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, 1882–1921Job 38:39-41

Job 38:39 Ch. Job 39:30. The manifoldness of the Divine Mind as displayed in the world of animal life

The instances…

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