KJV ORIGINAL
Who hath sent out the wild ass free? or who hath loosed the bands of the wild ass?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Who set the wild donkey free? Who untied the ropes that held the wild donkey?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is asking who gave the wild donkey its freedom to roam untamed in the wilderness.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's response to Job from a whirlwind, where God challenges Job's understanding by pointing to His creation. In the ancient Near East, wild donkeys were known for their fierce independence and ability to survive in harsh desert conditions. God uses this example to demonstrate His sovereign control over all creatures, even those that appear completely free and untamed.
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