KJV ORIGINAL
By his neesings a light doth shine, and his eyes are like the eyelids of the morning.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When he sneezes, light flashes out, and his eyes are like the first rays of dawn breaking through.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is describing how magnificent and powerful this great sea creature is, with light seeming to flash from its breath and eyes that shine like the morning sun.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's dramatic speech to Job about Leviathan, a massive sea creature that represents untamed power in creation. God is using vivid, poetic language to show Job that there are forces in creation so mighty that only God can control them. This comes after Job has questioned God's justice, and God responds by pointing to the wonders and mysteries of His creation.
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