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Job 26:7-1953 kjv — He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, and hangeth the earth upon nothing. He bindeth up the waters in his t…

King James Version

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He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, and hangeth the earth upon nothing.

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He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them.

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He holdeth back the face of his throne, and spreadeth his cloud upon it.

10

He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end.

11

The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof.

12

He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud.

13

By his spirit he hath garnished the heavens; his hand hath formed the crooked serpent.

14

Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?

— Job 26:7-1953, King James Version

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“He stretches out the north over empty space, and hangs the earth on nothing. He binds up the waters in his thick clouds, and the cloud is not burst under them. He encloses the face of his throne, and spreads his cloud on it. He has described a boundary on the surface of the waters, and to the confines of light and darkness. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his rebuke. He stirs up the sea with his power, and by his understanding he strikes through Rahab. By his Spirit the heavens are garnished. His hand has pierced the swift serpent. Behold, these are but the outskirts of his ways. How small a whisper do we hear of him! But the thunder of his power who can understand?"”
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Job 26 — Context

4

To whom hast thou uttered words? and whose spirit came from thee?

5

Dead things are formed from under the waters, and the inhabitants thereof.

6

Hell is naked before him, and destruction hath no covering.

7

He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, and hangeth the earth upon nothing.

8

He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them.

9

He holdeth back the face of his throne, and spreadeth his cloud upon it.

10

He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end.

11

The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof.

12

He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud.

13

By his spirit he hath garnished the heavens; his hand hath formed the crooked serpent.

14

Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?

Job 26:7-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 26:7-1953 say?

Job 26:7-1953 in the King James Version reads: “He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, and hangeth the earth upon nothing. He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them. He holdeth back the face of his throne, and spreadeth his cloud upon it. He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof. He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud. By his spirit he hath garnished the heavens; his hand hath formed the crooked serpent. Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand? ”

Where is Job 26:7-1953 in the Bible?

Job 26:7-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 26, verses 7–1953.

Who wrote Job?

Job is traditionally attributed to Anonymous; among the oldest books of the Bible. It was written Unknown; possibly c. 2000–1800 BC, with composition c. 1400–500 BC.

What is the book of Job about?

Job is the ancient story of a righteous man stripped of everything he has, and the four friends who try and fail to explain his suffering. When God finally speaks, he does not answer the "why" — he reveals himself, and Job worships from a place deeper than his pain.

What are the major themes of Job?

Job explores themes including Suffering, Sovereignty, Faith Under Trial, Wisdom, God's Majesty. These themes shape the meaning and context of Job 26:7-1953.

What translation should I read Job 26:7-1953 in?

Job 26:7-1953 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Job 26:7-1953?

Job 26:7-1953 reads (KJV): “He stretcheth out the north over the empty place, and hangeth the earth upon nothing. He bindeth up the waters in his thick clouds; and the cloud is not rent under them. He holdeth back the face of his throne, and spreadeth his cloud upon it. He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his reproof. He divideth the sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud. By his spirit he hath garnished the heavens; his hand hath formed the crooked serpent. Lo, these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand? ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.