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Then the animals go into coverts, And remain in their dens.

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God's Provision for Creation

Commentators explain that the instinct for animals to seek shelter during harsh weather is a clear sign of God's superintending care. This behavior, which allows them to survive cold and famine, is not random but a provision from a wise Creator who sustains all life. It demonstrates God's greatness in the details of the natural world.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 37:8

18th Century

Theologian

Then the beasts go into dens - In the winter. This fact appears to have been early observed that in the season of cold the wild ani…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Job 37:8

19th Century

Bishop

Then the beasts go into dens. —And not man only, but the beasts likewise, have to take refuge in their dens and coverts.

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 37:8

17th Century

Pastor

Then the beasts go into dens
When snow and rains are on the earth in great abundance, then the wild beasts of the fi…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 37:1–13

17th Century

Minister

Changes in the weather are often the subject of our thoughts and common conversation; but how seldom do we think and speak of these things, like El…