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Which the skies pour down And drop on man abundantly.

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God's Provision in Nature

Commentators observe that Elihu points to the abundant rain as a clear sign of God's magnificent design and provision. The skies pouring down rain for humanity's benefit is presented as a source of wonder. This natural process, beautiful in its own right, is meant to inspire high thoughts of God and gratitude for His care for creation.

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Job

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 36:28

18th Century

Theologian

Upon man abundantly - That is, upon many people. The clouds, having received the ascending vapor, retain it and pour it down copiou…

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 36:28

17th Century

Pastor

Which the clouds do drop [and] distil upon man abundantly .
] Not upon the persons of men, which they take care as m…

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…