Job 41:21

21 His breath ¹kindles coals, and a flame comes forth from his mouth.

Job 41:21 Meaning and Commentary

Job 41:21

His breath kindles coals, and a flame goeth out of his
mouth.
] Hyperbolical expressions, which the above observations may seem to justify.

Job 41:21 In-Context

19 Out of his mouth go flaming torches; sparks of fire leap forth.

20 Out of his nostrils comes forth smoke, as from a boiling pot and burning rushes.

21 His breath kindles coals, and a flame comes forth from his mouth.

22 In his neck abides strength, and terror dances before him.

23 The folds of his flesh stick together, firmly cast on him and immovable.

Cross References

• 1. 41:21 2 Sam. 22:13; [Ps. 18:8]