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He moves his tail like a cedar: The sinews of his thighs are knit together.
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The Meaning of the Cedar Tail
Commentators explain that comparing Behemoth's tail to a cedar is not about length, as the hippopotamus's tail is short. Instead, it refers to the tail's stiffness and strength. The animal can move its thick, firm tail with immense power, much like a strong cedar tree moves, highlighting the creature's formidable power in every part of its body.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He moves his tail like a cedar - Margin, “setteth up.” The Hebrew word (חפץ châphêts) means “to bend, to curve;” …
19th Century
Anglican
(17) The sinews of his stones. —Rather, of his thighs.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He moveth his tail like a cedar To which it is compared, not for the length and largeness of it; for the tail both o…
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God, to further prove His own power, describes two vast animals, far exceeding humans in bulk and strength. Behemoth signifies beasts. Most underst…
13th Century
Catholic
In the preceding remarks, the Lord had spoken of the effects of His power, which He works in evil men. Here, He goes on to describe the evil of the…
