Job 41:15

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

ظَهرُهُ مِثْلَ صُفُوفٍ مِنَ الدُّرُوعِ المُغلَقَةِ بِإحكَامٍ كَمَا بِخَتْمٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the scales of a powerful creature, possibly a leviathan, as being tightly sealed together like armor. The speaker is likely God, emphasizing the strength and pride of this creature. The key message is about the creature's invincibility and the wonder of God's creation.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big, strong fish that has scales like a knight's armor. These scales are stuck together so tightly that nothing can get through. Just like how a knight is proud of their armor, this creature is proud of its scales.

Historical Background

Job 41:15 is part of the Book of Job, which was written around the 6th century BCE. The audience is the people of Israel, and the cultural setting reflects the ancient Near East, where discussions about the power and majesty of God's creation were common.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, we can think about this verse when we see people who are strong and confident in their abilities. Just as the creature in the verse is proud of its scales, we can be proud of our talents and strengths, but we should also remember that these come from God.

Topics

• strength
• pride
• God's creation
• majesty
• armor
• invincibility

Related Verses

• Psalm 74:14
• Psalm 104:26
• Isaiah 27:1
• Job 40:15
• Job 41:1

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Job 41:15?

The speaker is generally understood to be God, who is describing the leviathan to Job as part of a broader discussion about the power and majesty of God's creations.

What is the leviathan in this context?

The leviathan is often seen as a mythical sea monster, described in Job to illustrate the might and wisdom of God, showing how even such powerful creatures are under God's control.

How can we apply the lesson of pride in our lives?

We can apply the lesson by appreciating our own strengths and talents, recognizing that they are gifts from God, and using them to serve others and glorify God, rather than for personal pride.

Why are the scales described as 'shut up together as with a close seal'?

This description emphasizes the impenetrable nature of the leviathan's scales, highlighting the creature's invincibility and the perfection of God's creation.