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God's Intimate Knowledge
Commentators explain that this verse accurately depicts a lion's hunting method: crouching in a den or thicket to ambush its prey. God uses this specific, intimate detail of the natural world to challenge Job, demonstrating His sovereign knowledge and provision over every aspect of creation, even the habits of predators.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 38:40
18th Century
Theologian
When they couch in their dens — For the purpose of springing upon their prey.
And abide in the covert to lie in wait?…
John Gill
On Job 38:40
17th Century
Pastor
When they couch in [their] dens, [and] abide in the covert to
lie in wait ?
] Which s…
Matthew Henry
On Job 38:25–41
17th Century
Minister
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 …