KJV ORIGINAL
His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Its breath sets coals on fire, and flames come out of its mouth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the terrifying, fire-breathing power of the mighty creature God is using as an example of His own supreme strength.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's response to Job from a whirlwind, where He describes the fearsome sea creature Leviathan to demonstrate His power over creation. In the ancient Near East, such creatures represented chaos and forces beyond human control, yet God presents Himself as their creator and master.
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