Job 11:9

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

Its measure is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea.

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Referenced Verses

  • Job 28:24-25 : 24 For he looks to the ends of the earth and observes everything under the heavens. 25 When he made the force of the wind and measured the waters with a gauge,
  • Ps 65:5-8 : 5 You answer our prayers by performing awesome acts of deliverance, O God, our savior. All the ends of the earth trust in you, as well as those living across the wide seas. 6 You created the mountains by your power, and demonstrated your strength. 7 You calm the raging seas and their roaring waves, as well as the commotion made by the nations. 8 Even those living in the most remote areas are awestruck by your acts; you cause those living in the east and west to praise you.
  • Ps 139:9-9 : 9 If I were to fly away on the wings of the dawn, and settle down on the other side of the sea, 10 even there your hand would guide me, your right hand would grab hold of me.

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