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A Sky Like a Metal Mirror
Commentators explain that the description of the sky as a "strong... molten mirror" uses the language of ancient observation. Early peoples viewed the sky as a solid dome, and mirrors were made of polished metal. The Bible uses this familiar imagery not to teach science, but to make a theological point about the immense and incomprehensible power of God in creation.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 37:18
18th Century
Theologian
Hast thou with him spread out the sky? - That is, were you employed with God in performing that vast work, so that you can explain …
Charles Ellicott
On Job 37:18
19th Century
Bishop
( 18 ) Spread out the sky. —Some understand this as the action of the sun in dispersing the clouds, but…
John Gill
On Job 37:18
17th Century
Pastor
Have you with him spread out the sky ?
&c.] Were you concerned with him at the first spreading out of the sky? were …
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Matthew Henry
On Job 37:14–20
17th Century
Minister
Proper thoughts about the works of God will help to reconcile us to all His providences. Just as God has a powerful, freezing north wind, so He has…