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As often as the trumpet sounds he snorts, `Aha!` He smells the battle afar off, The thunder of the captains, and the shouting.
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God's Wisdom in Creation
The vivid description of the war-horse—its eagerness, strength, and courage—is meant to showcase God's magnificent power and wisdom. Commentators explain that this animal, which seems to rejoice at the sound of battle, serves as a powerful testament to its Creator. The point is to humble Job by reminding him of the greatness of God, which is evident even in a single creature.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He says among the trumpets, Ha, ha—That is, when the trumpet sounds, his voice is heard as if he said, "Aha"—or as if he said that he hear…
19th Century
Anglican
He says among the trumpets —Literally, when there are plenty of trumpets: i.e., as often as the trumpet sounds.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He says among the trumpets, ha, ha As pleased with the sound of them, rejoicing at it, which he signifies by neighing.
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In these questions, the Lord continued to humble Job. In this chapter, several animals are spoken of whose nature or situation particularly shows t…
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…
