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For he draws up the drops of water, Which distill in rain from his vapor,

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God's Wisdom in Nature

Commentators explain that Elihu points to the water cycle as a clear example of God's immense wisdom and power. The process of drawing water up (evaporation) and then releasing it as rain was a profound mystery. The lesson for Job, and for us, is that if we cannot fully grasp God's workings in nature, we should humbly trust His wisdom in the more complex matters of providence and suffering.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 36:27

18th Century

Theologian

For he maketh small the drops of water – Elihu now appeals, as he proposed to do, to the works of God, and begins with what appeare…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Job 36:27

19th Century

Bishop

The drops of water. —The origin and first beginnings of the tempest are described. He maketh small, or “he draws up by ex…

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 36:27

17th Century

Pastor

For he makes small the drops of rain
Elihu proceeds to give instances and proofs of the greatness of God, and begins with rain…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 36:24–33

17th Century

Minister

Elihu endeavours to fill Job with high thought of God, and so to persuade him into cheerful submission to His providence. Man may see God's works a…