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God's Sovereign Leash
Commentators unanimously emphasize that Satan is not an independent force. He operates only by God's direct permission and within strict boundaries. As Matthew Henry puts it, "God has the devil in a chain." This verse reveals that even when evil strikes, it is held in check by God's ultimate authority and purpose, which in this case was to test Job's faith and confound the accuser.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 1:12
18th Century
Theologian
All that he hath is in thy power – Margin, as in Hebrew “hand.” That is, all this is now committed to you, for it is clear that unt…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 1:12
19th Century
Bishop
All that he hath is in thy power ... —Mighty as the principle of evil is in the world, it is nevertheless held in check by One who directs…
Charles Spurgeon
On Job 1:12
19th Century
Preacher
And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, all that he hath is in thy power; only upon himself put not forth thine hand.
Satan could go …
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John Gill
On Job 1:12
17th Century
Pastor
And the Lord said to Satan, behold, all that he has is in
your power
This he said not …
Matthew Henry
On Job 1:6–12
17th Century
Minister
Job's afflictions began from the malice of Satan, by the Lord's permission, for wise and holy purposes. There is an evil spirit, the enemy of God a…