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Job 37:16-1953 kjv — Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge? How thy garments…

King James Version

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Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge?

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How thy garments are warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south wind?

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Hast thou with him spread out the sky, which is strong, and as a molten looking glass?

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Teach us what we shall say unto him; for we cannot order our speech by reason of darkness.

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Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up.

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And now men see not the bright light which is in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them.

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Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God is terrible majesty.

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Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict.

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Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.

— Job 37:16-1953, King James Version

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“Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, The wondrous works of him who is perfect in knowledge? How thy garments are warm, When the earth is still by reason of the southwind? Canst thou with him spread out the sky, Which is strong as a molten mirror? Teach us what we shall say unto him; For we cannot set our speech in order by reason of darkness. Shall it be told him that I would speak? Or should a man wish that he were swallowed up? And now men see not the light which is bright in the skies; But the wind passeth, and cleareth them. Out of the north cometh golden splendor: God hath upon him terrible majesty. Touchingthe Almighty, we cannot find him out: He is excellent in power; And in justice and plenteous righteousness he will not afflict. Men do therefore fear him: He regardeth not any that are wise of heart. ”
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Job 37 — Context

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He causeth it to come, whether for correction, or for his land, or for mercy.

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Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

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Dost thou know when God disposed them, and caused the light of his cloud to shine?

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Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge?

17

How thy garments are warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south wind?

18

Hast thou with him spread out the sky, which is strong, and as a molten looking glass?

19

Teach us what we shall say unto him; for we cannot order our speech by reason of darkness.

20

Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up.

21

And now men see not the bright light which is in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them.

22

Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God is terrible majesty.

23

Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict.

24

Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.

Job 37:16-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Job 37:16-1953 say?

Job 37:16-1953 in the King James Version reads: “Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge? How thy garments are warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south wind? Hast thou with him spread out the sky, which is strong, and as a molten looking glass? Teach us what we shall say unto him; for we cannot order our speech by reason of darkness. Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up. And now men see not the bright light which is in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them. Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God is terrible majesty. Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict. Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart. ”

Where is Job 37:16-1953 in the Bible?

Job 37:16-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Job, chapter 37, verses 16–1953.

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 37:16-1953.

What translation should I read Job 37:16-1953 in?

Job 37:16-1953 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 37:16-1953?

Job 37:16-1953 reads (KJV): “Dost thou know the balancings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him which is perfect in knowledge? How thy garments are warm, when he quieteth the earth by the south wind? Hast thou with him spread out the sky, which is strong, and as a molten looking glass? Teach us what we shall say unto him; for we cannot order our speech by reason of darkness. Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up. And now men see not the bright light which is in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them. Fair weather cometh out of the north: with God is terrible majesty. Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict. Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart. ” 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.