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Who can number the clouds by wisdom? Or who can pour out the bottles of the sky,
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The Poetry of Creation
Commentators explain that the verse uses powerful imagery. "Numbering the clouds" likely refers to the impossible task of counting their countless fine particles, while the "bottles of heaven" is a vivid metaphor for clouds holding rain. This poetic language emphasizes the intricate detail and immense scale of God's creative power, which is far beyond human comprehension.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Who can number the clouds? — The word here rendered “clouds” (שׁחקים shachaqiym) is applied to the clouds as made…
19th Century
Anglican
Who can stay the bottles of heaven? —This is understood in two opposite senses—of pouring out the bottles or of laying th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Who can number the clouds in wisdom ? &c.] Or has such wisdom as to be able to count them when the heavens are full …
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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 …
13th Century
Catholic
After the Lord has brought to mind the wonders of His works concerning the main parts of the world—the earth, the sea, and the heavens, and their o…
