KJV ORIGINAL
His bones are as strong pieces of brass; his bones are like bars of iron.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
His bones are like solid pieces of bronze; his bones are like iron bars.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is describing a creature with incredibly strong, unbreakable bones - emphasizing the awesome power of His creation.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's description of Behemoth, a massive creature He presents to Job as an example of His creative power. God is responding to Job's complaints by showing him the wonders of creation that are beyond human understanding or control. The comparison to bronze and iron emphasizes strength that was unimaginable in the ancient world, where these were the strongest materials known.
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