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Does the rain have a father? Or who fathers the drops of dew?
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God's Unrivaled Power
The questions about the 'father' of rain and dew are rhetorical, designed to highlight God's exclusive power. Commentators explain that no human can claim to create these phenomena. This demonstrates God's supreme authority and wisdom over creation, serving as a powerful reminder to humble ourselves before the One who orchestrates the natural world.
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Job
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Hath the rain a father? (Job 38:28) – That is, it is produced by God and not by man. No one among men can claim that he…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Has the rain a father ? &c.] None but God; hence the Heathens themselves call God (getiov…
Until now, God had asked Job questions to show him his ignorance; now God shows Job his weakness. Since he knows so little, he should not question …
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13th Century
Catholic
After the Lord has listed the principal parts of physical creation—that is, earth, sea, and sky—He begins here with the wonders of divine works tha…
