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For you shall be in league with the stones of the field. The animals of the field shall be at peace with you.

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A Covenant with Creation

Commentators explain that being "in league with the stones" is a powerful image of divine protection. In a rocky landscape like Job's, stones could injure travelers or make fields barren. The promise suggests that for the righteous, God will neutralize these natural hazards, ensuring safety and productivity in their environment.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 5:23

18th Century

Theologian

For thou shalt be in league with the stones of the field - In the Hebrew, “There shall be a covenant between you and the stones of …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Job 5:23

19th Century

Bishop

(23) For thou shalt be in league. —Literally, for with the stones of the field shall your covenant be, and the beasts…

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 5:23

17th Century

Pastor

For you shall be in league with the stones of the field
So as to receive no hurt from them, by walking among them, a…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 5:17–27

17th Century

Minister

Eliphaz gives Job a word of caution and exhortation: Despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty. Call it a chastening, which comes fr…