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God the Divine Artist
The phrase "By his Spirit the heavens are garnished" highlights God's role not just as a powerful creator, but as a divine artist. Commentators explain that this refers to God's own power and wisdom (His "breath" or "spirit") adorning the skies with the beauty of the sun, moon, and stars, showcasing His majesty for all to see.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 26:13
18th Century
Theologian
By his spirit - The word spirit here is either synonymous with wisdom, referring to the wisdom by which God made the heavens, or with breath…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 26:13
19th Century
Bishop
The crooked serpent. —By this expression is undoubtedly meant the forked lightning-flash, though it is difficult to determine what…
John Gill
On Job 26:13
17th Century
Pastor
By his spirit he has garnished the heavens
The visible heavens, with the sun, moon, and stars, with which they are s…
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Matthew Henry
On Job 26:5–14
17th Century
Minister
Many striking examples are given here of the wisdom and power of God in the creation and preservation of the world. If we look around us, to the ea…