KJV ORIGINAL
She dwelleth and abideth on the rock, upon the crag of the rock, and the strong place.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
She lives and makes her home on the rock, on the steep cliff of the rock, and in the secure fortress.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is describing how the eagle chooses to live in high, secure places on rocky cliffs where she can be safe and protected.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, God is speaking to Job to demonstrate His sovereignty and wisdom amid Job's suffering, using examples from the natural world to show His creative power. This verse describes how eagles or birds of prey build their nests in high, rocky places, emphasizing God's provision for even the wildest creatures. It fits into a larger passage where God challenges Job's understanding by revealing the mysteries of creation.
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