KJV ORIGINAL
The quiver rattleth against him, the glittering spear and the shield.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The quiver of arrows rattles against him, along with the flashing spear and shield.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is describing how a war horse is unafraid even when weapons of war are all around him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's speech to Job from the whirlwind, where God describes the magnificent war horse He created. In ancient times, war horses carried riders into battle with quivers full of arrows, spears, and shields - all the terrifying equipment of warfare. God is using this powerful image to show Job the fearless nature He built into His creation.
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