KJV ORIGINAL
Is there any number of his armies? and upon whom doth not his light arise?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Can anyone count his armies? And who doesn't receive his light?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that God's power is limitless and his light reaches everyone.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Bildad's speech to Job, one of Job's three friends trying to counsel him during his suffering. Bildad is emphasizing God's vast power and universal presence as part of his argument that humans cannot question God's ways. The "armies" likely refers to the heavenly hosts - angels and celestial beings that serve God.
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