Job 28:12
The Scripture
(12) But where shall wisdom be found? and where is the place of understanding?
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 28:20Job 28:28I Kings 3:9Psalms 51:6Proverbs 2:4Proverbs 2:5Proverbs 2:6Proverbs 3:19Ecclesiastes 7:23Ecclesiastes 7:24Ecclesiastes 7:25I Corinthians 1:19
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