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He mocks at fear, and is not dismayed; Neither does he turn back from the sword.
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Commentators agree that this verse vividly describes the war-horse's God-given courage. It doesn't just endure danger; it actively 'mocks at fear' and charges toward the sword. As one scholar notes, this remarkable fearlessness made the horse an ancient symbol of boldness, a testament to the unique qualities God instills in His creation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He mocks at fear – He laughs at that which is fitted to intimidate; that is, he is not afraid.
Neither turns he back from the swor…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He mocketh at fear, and is not affrighted At those things which cause fear and fright to men; as arms, though ever so terrible…
In these questions, the Lord continued to humble Job. In this chapter, several animals are spoken of whose nature or situation particularly shows t…
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13th Century
Catholic
In the preceding section, the Lord brought to mind what relates to the cognitive power, speaking of the wisdom of humans and the intelligence of th…
