KJV ORIGINAL
Which I have reserved against the time of trouble, against the day of battle and war?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Which I have stored up for times of trouble, for the day of battle and war?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is explaining that He has reserved certain things (likely referring to snow and hail from the previous verses) as weapons for times of conflict and judgment.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's powerful response to Job from a whirlwind, where He demonstrates His supreme authority over creation. In ancient warfare, severe weather conditions like hailstorms were often seen as divine intervention in battles. God is showing Job that even the weather patterns are under His control and serve His purposes.
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