Job 41:33
Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear.
Original Language Analysis
עַל
H5921
עַל
Strong's:
H5921
Word #:
2 of 7
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
עָפָ֥ר
Upon earth
H6083
עָפָ֥ר
Upon earth
Strong's:
H6083
Word #:
3 of 7
dust (as powdered or gray); hence, clay, earth, mud
הֶ֝עָשׂ֗וּ
who is made
H6213
הֶ֝עָשׂ֗וּ
who is made
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
5 of 7
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
Historical Context
Ancient Near Eastern power hierarchies featured apex predators. Leviathan represents ultimate earthly power, yet God created and controls it.
Questions for Reflection
- What does God's mastery over fearless powers teach about His sovereignty?
- How does even 'fearless' Leviathan being made comfort you?
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Analysis & Commentary
God declares of Leviathan: 'Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear.' This creature has no natural predators, no cause for fear. Yet it too was 'made' - created by God and subject to divine authority.