Job 28:11
The Scripture
(11) He bindeth the floods from overflowing; and the thing that is hid bringeth he forth to light.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the righteous man Job is visited by a wealthy man named Laban who offers him a blessing and a gift of money. Laban also promises to send his servants to see if Job is truly poor, but Job remains faithful, refusing the gifts and trusting God. The chapter highlights the theme of trusting God over human wealth and the danger of pride.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Job 26:8Isaiah 37:25Isaiah 44:27Isaiah 45:2Isaiah 45:3I Corinthians 4:5
Related verses (shared words)
Isaiah 30:26Isaiah 60:19Luke 11:36John 12:36Proverbs 30:33Psalms 93:3