Job 40:21

21 Under the lotus plants it lies, hidden among the reeds in the marsh.

Job 40:21 in Other Translations

KJV
21 He lieth under the shady trees, in the covert of the reed, and fens.
ESV
21 Under the lotus plants he lies, in the shelter of the reeds and in the marsh.
NLT
21 It lies under the lotus plants, hidden by the reeds in the marsh.
MSG
21 He takes afternoon naps under shade trees, cools himself in the reedy swamps,
CSB
21 He lies under the lotus plants, hiding in the protection of marshy reeds.

Job 40:21 In-Context

19 It ranks first among the works of God, yet its Maker can approach it with his sword.
20 The hills bring it their produce, and all the wild animals play nearby.
21 Under the lotus plants it lies, hidden among the reeds in the marsh.
22 The lotuses conceal it in their shadow; the poplars by the stream surround it.
23 A raging river does not alarm it; it is secure, though the Jordan should surge against its mouth.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Genesis 41:2; Psalms 68:30; Isaiah 35:7
  • 2. Job 8:11
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