Job 8:17
The Scripture
(17) His roots are wrapped about the heap, and seeth the place of stones.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 8 God tells Job to think about the work of the earth, the field, the hand, the mouth, the eyes, the heart, the whole body and the soul, reminding him that all is under God’s control. The chapter highlights the idea that human labor is part of a larger divine plan, underscoring the theme of God’s sovereignty over all creation.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Job 18:16Job 29:19Isaiah 5:24Isaiah 40:24Jeremiah 12:1Jeremiah 12:2Mark 11:20Jude 1:12
Related verses (shared words)
I Chronicles 29:2Genesis 31:46I Kings 7:10I Kings 5:17Genesis 31:52