Job 41:14
Job 41:14 in Multiple Translations
Who can open his jaws, ringed by his fearsome teeth?
Who can open the doors of his face? his teeth are terrible round about.
Who can open the doors of his face? Round about his teeth is terror.
Who has made open the doors of his face? Fear is round about his teeth.
Who can open its jaws? Its teeth are terrifying!
The members of his bodie are ioyned: they are strong in themselues, and cannot be mooued.
The doors of his face who hath opened? Round about his teeth [are] terrible.
Who can open the doors of his face? Around his teeth is terror.
Who can open the doors of his face? his teeth are terrible around.
The members of his flesh cleave one to another: he shall send lightnings against him, and they shall not be carried to another place.
◄Can anyone pry open their jaws, which have terrible teeth in them?/No one can pry open their jaws, which have terrible teeth in them!► [RHQ]
Berean Amplified Bible — Job 41:14
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Job 41:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּֽ֭/צַוָּאר/וֹ
יָלִ֣ין
עֹ֑ז
וּ֝/לְ/פָנָ֗י/ו
תָּד֥וּץ
דְּאָבָֽה
בְּֽ֭/צַוָּאר/וֹ
tsavvâʼr
H6677
neck
Prep | N-ms | Suff
יָלִ֣ין
lûwn
H3885
to lodge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
עֹ֑ז
ʻôz
H5797
strength
N-ms
וּ֝/לְ/פָנָ֗י/ו
pânîym
H6440
face
Conj | Prep | N-cp | Suff
תָּד֥וּץ
dûwts
H1750
to dance
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
דְּאָבָֽה
dᵉʼâbâh
H1670
dismay
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Job 41:14
בְּֽ֭/צַוָּאר/וֹ
tsavvâʼr
H6677
"neck"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This term describes a necklace or ornament worn around the neck, signifying beauty and status, as in Ezekiel 23:25. It represents the adornment of God's people.
Definition: 1) neck, back of neck 1a) neck, back of neck (of man) 1b) neck (of animals) Aramaic equivalent: tsav.var (צַוַּאר "neck" H6676)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: neck. See also: Genesis 27:16; Song of Solomon 7:5; Psalms 75:6.
יָלִ֣ין
lûwn
H3885
"to lodge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To grumble or complain, this word describes a negative attitude of discontent or murmuring. It is used in the Bible to describe people who are unhappy or stubborn.
Definition: 1) to lodge, stop over, pass the night, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lodge, pass the night 1a2) to abide, remain (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to rest, lodge 1c) (Hithpalpel) to dwell, abide
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: abide (all night), continue, dwell, endure, grudge, be left, lie all night, (cause to) lodge (all night, in, -ing, this night), (make to) murmur, remain, tarry (all night, that night). See also: Genesis 19:2; Judges 19:20; Psalms 25:13.
עֹ֑ז
ʻôz
H5797
"strength"
N-ms
Describes strength or might, including physical power, social status, or boldness, like the strength of God or a strong leader.
Definition: 1) might, strength 1a) material or physical 1b) personal or social or political
Usage: Occurs in 91 OT verses. KJV: boldness, loud, might, power, strength, strong. See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 84:6; Psalms 8:3.
וּ֝/לְ/פָנָ֗י/ו
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Conj | Prep | N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
תָּד֥וּץ
dûwts
H1750
"to dance"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This verb means to dance or leap with joy, often used to describe worship and celebration. It appears in Psalm 30:11 and Jeremiah 31:13, where people dance and sing with joy. It is about expressing happiness and praise.
Definition: (Qal) to leap, dance, spring
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be turned. See also: Job 41:14.
דְּאָבָֽה
dᵉʼâbâh
H1670
"dismay"
N-fs
Dismay means a feeling of fear or weakness, like being overwhelmed. In the Bible, it describes a state of sorrow or loss of mental energy.
Definition: faintness, dismay, failure of mental energy
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: sorrow. See also: Job 41:14.
Study Notes — Job 41:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- Job 41:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Job 41:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 41:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 41:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Job 41:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Job 41:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 41:14
- Cambridge Bible on Job 41:14
- Barnes' Notes on Job 41:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Job 41:14
- Sermons on Job 41:14
Context — The LORD’s Power Shown in Leviathan
12I cannot keep silent about his limbs, his power and graceful form.
13Who can strip off his outer coat? Who can approach him with a bridle?
14Who can open his jaws, ringed by his fearsome teeth?
15His rows of scales are his pride, tightly sealed together. 16One scale is so near to another that no air can pass between them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ecclesiastes 12:4 | when the doors to the street are shut and the sound of the mill fades away, when one rises at the sound of a bird and all the daughters of song grow faint, |
| 2 | Psalms 57:4 | My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts— with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords. |
| 3 | Psalms 58:6 | O God, shatter their teeth in their mouths; O LORD, tear out the fangs of the lions. |
| 4 | Daniel 7:7 | After this, as I watched in my vision in the night, suddenly a fourth beast appeared, and it was terrifying—dreadful and extremely strong—with large iron teeth. It devoured and crushed; then it trampled underfoot whatever was left. It was different from all the beasts before it, and it had ten horns. |
| 5 | Job 38:10 | when I fixed its boundaries and set in place its bars and doors, |
| 6 | Proverbs 30:14 | there is a generation whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are knives, devouring the oppressed from the earth and the needy from among men. |
Job 41:14 Summary
This verse is talking about a very powerful creature, likely a crocodile, with strong jaws and sharp teeth. It's a reminder of God's amazing power and creativity in making all kinds of incredible animals, as seen in Genesis 1:1 and Psalm 104:24-25. Just like we might feel a sense of awe or fear when seeing a powerful animal, we should also feel a sense of reverence and respect for God, who created all things. By studying this verse, we can gain a deeper appreciation for God's majesty and power, and learn to trust in His care and provision for us, just as we see in Matthew 6:26-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of creature is being described in Job 41:14?
The creature being described is likely a crocodile or a similar large reptile, given the reference to its fearsome teeth and powerful jaws, similar to the description in Psalm 74:13-14, where God is praised for His power over all creation, including sea monsters.
Why is the creature's mouth and teeth emphasized in this verse?
The emphasis on the creature's mouth and teeth in Job 41:14 highlights its fearsome nature and the respect it commands, much like the lion in Proverbs 30:29-31, which is described as a symbol of strength and courage.
Is this verse meant to be taken literally or figuratively?
While the description of the creature in Job 41:14 is likely meant to be taken literally, it also serves a figurative purpose in illustrating God's power and majesty, as seen in Isaiah 40:22-26, where God's power is contrasted with the limited power of human beings.
What does this verse reveal about God's character?
This verse reveals God's power and majesty, as well as His attention to detail in creation, as seen in Psalm 104:24-25, where God is praised for His wisdom and power in creating all things.
Reflection Questions
- What does the description of the creature's teeth and jaws in this verse say about God's creative power and attention to detail?
- How does the fear inspired by this creature relate to the fear of God, as described in Psalm 111:10?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of God's power and majesty, as seen in this verse, to my own life and circumstances?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of respecting and revering God's creation, as seen in Romans 1:20-21?
Gill's Exposition on Job 41:14
Who can open the doors of his face?.... Of his mouth, the jaws thereof, which are like a pair of folding doors: the jaws of a crocodile have a prodigious opening.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Job 41:14
Who can open the doors of his face? his teeth are terrible round about. Doors of ... face - his jaws.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Job 41:14
The doors of his face, to wit, his mouth. If it be open, none dare enter within it, as he now said; and here he adds, that if it be shut, none dare open it. His teeth are terrible round about: this is true of some kinds of whales, though others are said to have either none, or no terrible teeth; but it is more eminently and unquestionably true of the crocodile, of which this very thing is observed by all authors who write of it.
Trapp's Commentary on Job 41:14
Job 41:14 Who can open the doors of his face? his teeth [are] terrible round about.Ver. 14. Who can open the doors of his face?] The two leaved doors of his jaws, to let in a bridle? Samson dared to venture upon a roaring lion and rend him, as a man would rend a kid. But never dared any such thing be done to a whale. His teeth are terrible round about] The whale’ s teeth are said to be 120, each tooth four cubits long.
Ellicott's Commentary on Job 41:14
(14) Who can open the doors of his face?—i.e., his mouth. Round about his teeth is terror.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Job 41:14
Verse 14. The doors of his face?] His jaws which are most tremendous.
Cambridge Bible on Job 41:14
14. who can open] Or, who hath opened. The “doors of his face” is an expression for his “mouth” which has something artificial and forced in it. his teeth are terrible] The jaws of the crocodile are very extended; the two rows of long, pointed teeth, thirty-six, it is said, above, and thirty beneath, being bare, as the mouth has no lips, present a formidable appearance.
Barnes' Notes on Job 41:14
Who can open the doors of his face? - His mouth. The same term is sti 1 used to denote the mouth - from its resemblance to a door. The idea is, that no one would dare to force open his mouth.
Whedon's Commentary on Job 41:14
14. The doors of his face — His mighty jaws, which extend back of his eyes and ears. Martial (iii, 90) jests over a large mouth, and compares it to that of the crocodile of the Nile.
Sermons on Job 41:14
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The Secret of Victory by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of fully dedicating oneself to God. He shares the story of a preacher who chose to retire and move away when he was diagnosed |
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My Heart Is Fixed by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of praising God and the importance of having a fixed heart. He shares a personal testimony of being healed through praising the Lo |
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Advent Sermons on Antichrist by J.H. Newman | John Henry Newman preaches about the prophecies concerning Rome and Antichrist, highlighting the historical fulfilment and potential future events. He discusses the symbolic repres |
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Day 255, Revelation 17 by David Servant | David Servant delves into the mysterious symbolism of the great harlot in Revelation, often associated with the city of Rome and the Roman Catholic Church, depicted as spiritually |