The Book of Job, Chapter 38 summary
Chapter 38 of 42 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 38, the Lord answers Job from a whirlwind and questions him about the earth, the sea, weather, stars, and the feeding of animals. The speech challenges Job’s knowledge and power, placing his understanding beside the divine authority that sets boundaries and provides for creation.
What happens
- The Lord speaks from the whirlwind, challenges Job’s uninformed words, and tells him to prepare for questions.
- He asks Job about the earth’s foundations and describes setting limits for the sea.
- He questions Job about dawn, death, light, darkness, and the earth’s extent.
- He asks about snow, hail, rain, ice, and water reaching uninhabited ground.
- He challenges Job to explain or command the stars, clouds, and lightning.
- He ends by asking who feeds lions and provides for hungry young ravens.
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What to notice
The question contrasts the Lord’s role in creation with Job’s limited experience. It establishes the challenge that runs through the speech.
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From where does the Lord answer Job?
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