Job 38:32
Job 38:32 in Multiple Translations
Can you bring forth the constellations in their seasons or lead out the Bear and her cubs?
Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? or canst thou guide Arcturus with his sons?
Canst thou lead forth the Mazzaroth in their season? Or canst thou guide the Bear with her train?
Do you make Mazzaroth come out in its right time, or are the Bear and its children guided by you?
Can you guide the stars of Mazzaroth at the right time? Can you direct the Great Bear constellation and its other stars?
Canst thou bring foorth Mazzaroth in their time? canst thou also guide Arcturus with his sonnes?
Dost thou bring out Mazzaroth in its season? And Aysh for her sons dost thou comfort?
Can you lead the constellations out in their season? Or can you guide the Bear with her cubs?
Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in its season? or canst thou guide Arcturus with its sons?
Canst thou bring forth the day star in its time, and make the evening star to rise upon the children of the earth?
Can you tell the stars when they should shine? Can you guide the stars in the groups in the northern sky whose names are the Big Bear and the Little Bear?
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 38:32
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Job 38:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הֲ/תֹצִ֣יא
מַזָּר֣וֹת
בְּ/עִתּ֑/וֹ
וְ֝/עַ֗יִשׁ
עַל
בָּנֶ֥י/הָ
תַנְחֵֽ/ם
הֲ/תֹצִ֣יא
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Part | V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
מַזָּר֣וֹת
mazzârâh
H4216
Mazzaroth
N-proper
בְּ/עִתּ֑/וֹ
ʻêth
H6256
time
Prep | N-cs | Suff
וְ֝/עַ֗יִשׁ
ʻAyish
H5906
Bear
Conj | N-proper
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
בָּנֶ֥י/הָ
bên
H1121
son
N-mp | Suff
תַנְחֵֽ/ם
nâchâh
H5148
to lead
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 38:32
הֲ/תֹצִ֣יא
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Part | V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
מַזָּר֣וֹת
mazzârâh
H4216
"Mazzaroth"
N-proper
Mazzaroth is a Hebrew word that refers to the constellations in the sky, possibly the zodiac. It is used in the Bible to describe the stars and their patterns.
Definition: 1) Mazzaroth 1a) the 12 signs of the Zodiac and their 36 associated constellations
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Mazzoroth. Compare H4208 (מַזָּלָה). See also: Job 38:32.
בְּ/עִתּ֑/וֹ
ʻêth
H6256
"time"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.
Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.
וְ֝/עַ֗יִשׁ
ʻAyish
H5906
"Bear"
Conj | N-proper
The Hebrew word for the constellation of the Great Bear, also known as Ursa Major or Arcturus, is used in the Bible to describe a group of stars in the night sky. It appears in job 9:9 and 38:32. The word is derived from the idea of migration through the heavens.
Definition: The constellation 1a) Great Bear, Ursa Major 1b) (TWOT) Arcturus
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Arcturus. See also: Job 9:9; Job 38:32.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
בָּנֶ֥י/הָ
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
תַנְחֵֽ/ם
nâchâh
H5148
"to lead"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms | Suff
To lead or guide is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also imply transporting people into exile or as colonists. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Exodus and 1 Kings, to describe leadership and migration.
Definition: 1) to lead, guide 1a) (Qal) to lead, bring 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, guide
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: bestow, bring, govern, guide, lead (forth), put, straiten. See also: Genesis 24:27; Psalms 31:4; Psalms 5:9.
Study Notes — Job 38:32
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- Job 38:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 38:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 38:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 38:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 38:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 38:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 38:32
- Cambridge Bible on Job 38:32
- Barnes' Notes on Job 38:32
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 38:32
- Sermons on Job 38:32
Context — The LORD Challenges Job
30when the waters become hard as stone and the surface of the deep is frozen?
31Can you bind the chains of the Pleiades or loosen the belt of Orion?
32Can you bring forth the constellations in their seasons or lead out the Bear and her cubs?
33Do you know the laws of the heavens? Can you set their dominion over the earth? 34Can you command the clouds so that a flood of water covers you?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 38:31 | Can you bind the chains of the Pleiades or loosen the belt of Orion? |
| 2 | Job 9:9 | He is the Maker of the Bear and Orion, of the Pleiades and the constellations of the south. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 23:5 | Josiah also did away with the idolatrous priests ordained by the kings of Judah to burn incense on the high places of the cities of Judah and in the places all around Jerusalem—those who had burned incense to Baal, to the sun and moon, to the constellations, and to all the host of heaven. |
Job 38:32 Summary
This verse in Job 38:32 reminds us that God is all-powerful and in control of all creation, including the stars and constellations. Just as God brings forth the constellations in their seasons, He is also working in our lives, guiding us and directing us according to His plan (as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28). We can trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand what's happening in our lives. By looking to the natural world and the wonders of the universe, we can catch a glimpse of God's glory and majesty, and be reminded of His love and care for us (as seen in Psalm 8:3-4 and Isaiah 40:26).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Bible mean by 'constellations in their seasons' in Job 38:32?
This phrase refers to God's control over the timing and movements of the stars and constellations, as seen in Psalm 104:5 and Jeremiah 31:35, which describe God's establishment of the celestial order.
What is the significance of the 'Bear and her cubs' in this verse?
The Bear, also known as Ursa Major, is a constellation that has been recognized and studied by humans for centuries, and its mention here highlights God's power and control over all creation, including the natural world, as seen in Job 37:14-16 and Psalm 19:1-6.
How does this verse relate to God's power and sovereignty?
This verse, along with the surrounding passages in Job 38-41, emphasizes God's limitless power and control over all creation, reminding us of His majesty and our place in the world, as seen in Isaiah 40:26 and Romans 11:33-36.
What can we learn from God's questions to Job in this verse?
God's questions to Job, including this one, serve to humble us and remind us of our limitations, while also highlighting God's wisdom, power, and goodness, as seen in Job 42:2-3 and Proverbs 30:3-4.
Reflection Questions
- As I consider the vastness of the universe and the complexity of the constellations, how does this affect my understanding of God's power and sovereignty?
- What are some areas in my life where I struggle to trust in God's control and sovereignty, and how can I apply the truths of this verse to those situations?
- In what ways can I reflect God's character and glory in my own life, despite my limitations and weaknesses, as seen in this verse and in 2 Corinthians 4:7?
- How can I use the wonders of the natural world, including the constellations, to point others to the greatness and majesty of God, as seen in Psalm 19:1-6 and Romans 1:20?
Gill's Exposition on Job 38:32
Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in his season?.... Which are thought to be the same with "the chambers of the south", Job 9:9; the southern pole (m) with its stars, signified by chambers, because
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 38:32
Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? or canst thou guide Arcturus with his sons?
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 38:32
Canst thou bring forth to wit, into view? canst thou make him to arise and appear in thy hemisphere? Mazzaroth; by which he designs either, 1. All the constellations, and especially the twelve sign of the zodiac; or rather 2. Some particular constellation, as all the rest here mentioned are understood. But whether this be that which is called the chambers of the south, , or the Dog Star, or some other visible in Job’ s country, but not in ours we may be safely and contentedly ignorant, seeing even the Hebrew doctors are not agreed therein. Arcturus; a northern constellation, of which See Poole "". With his sons, to wit, the lesser stars which belong to it, and are placed round about it, and attend upon it, as children upon their parents.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 38:32
Job 38:32 Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? or canst thou guide Arcturus with his sons?Ver. 32. Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth?] Or, the twelve signs; or the southern stars that bring in summer. Lucifer, some render it; others, the Hyades, and others again every one of the stars or signs. It is like it was some one star very well known in those days, as were likewise the rest here mentioned, and put for the four seasons of the year. Or canst thou guide Arcturus with his sons?] Or, Bootes with his wain (those northern stars), or, Autumn with the yearly fruits, the gift and work of God alone. Of Arcturus, Jerome observeth, that semper versatur, nunquam mergitur; this is most true of Christ’ s Church, much tossed, never drowned.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 38:32
(32) Mazzaroth is commonly understood to mean the signs of the Zodiac, and by the children of Arc-turus the three stars in the tail of Ursa Major.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 38:32
Verse 32. Mazzaroth in his season?] This is generally understood to mean the signs of the zodiac. מזרות Mazzaroth, according to Parkhurst, comes from מזר mazar, to corrupt; and he supposes it to mean that pestilential wind in Arabia, called simoom, the season of which is the summer heats.
Cambridge Bible on Job 38:32
32. canst thou bring forth] Rather, dost thou …? and similarly, dost thou guide? The meaning of Mazzaroth is uncertain. The word has been supposed to be another form of Mazzaloth, 2 Kings 23:5, which is thought to mean the signs of the Zodiac. The connexion as well as the parallelism of the next clause suggests that some single star or constellation is meant. Others would render the bright stars; the planets, perhaps, or some of them being referred to. Arcturus with his sons] Or, the bear with her young. The reference is supposed to be to the constellation of the Great Bear. Her “young” are the stars that project from the square; or, taking the popular conception of the constellation as a “plough,” they are the bright stars that form the “beam.”
Barnes' Notes on Job 38:32
Canst thou bring forth Mazzaroth in his season? - Margin, “the twelve signs;” that is, the twelve signs of the zodiac. There has been much diversity of opinion about the meaning of this word.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 38:32
32. Mazzaroth — Even at the time of the translation made by the Seventy, the meaning of this word was uncertain.
Sermons on Job 38:32
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Suffering by Ralph Shallis | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Job and the revelation of God's greatness in nature. He highlights various verses where God questions Job about his understandin |
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Distress of Job - Part 2 by W.F. Anderson | The video is a sermon on the book of Job in the Bible. It begins by describing the structure of the book, with a prologue and three cycles of speeches between Job and his friends. |
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Letter 18 by James Bourne | James Bourne writes a heartfelt letter to his wife, expressing his struggles and anxieties as he leaves London for Kidbrook. He seeks a sign from the Lord to confirm his presence a |
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When I Consider Thy Heavens by Allan Halton | Allan Halton reflects on the ancient stargazers who understood the heavenly signs announcing the birth of the Great King, emphasizing that the heavens speak a divine language that |
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Canst Thou Bind the Cluster Of by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer explores the duality of life's experiences through the metaphor of the Pleiades and Orion, emphasizing that while the Pleiades represent joy and hope, Orion symbolizes t |
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About Astrology by Jack Hayford | Jack Hayford addresses the topic of astrology, emphasizing the Bible's rejection and condemnation of it, warning of the confusion and tragic consequences that come with practicing |