In Job 22:5, Eliphaz accuses Job of great wickedness, yet Job 1:1 calls him blameless; how do we resolve this apparent contradiction? How does the Bible inspire creative expression? Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

Job 38:36 That is, wisdom about the flooding of the Nile; Job 38:36 That is, understanding of when to crow; the meaning of the Hebrew for this verse is uncertain.

Job 38:33 Or their; Job 38:36 That is, wisdom about the flooding of the Nile; Job 38:36 That is, understanding of when to crow; the meaning of the Hebrew for this verse is uncertain.

Who has put wisdom in the mind? Or who has given understanding to the heart?

Job 38:36. Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? — Namely, of a man; who gave thee that understanding which thou hast, and which thou now usest so arrogantly as to contend with me, and censure my dispensations?

Recognize that true wisdom and understanding are gifts from God, not merely human achievements. Acknowledge our limitations in understanding and approach God with humility, seeking His wisdom in our lives. Understand that God imparts wisdom to both the heart and mind, indicating a holistic approach to spiritual and intellectual growth.

36 Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart? 37 Who can number the clouds in wisdom? or who can stay the bottles of heaven, 38 When the dust groweth into hardness, and the clods cleave fast together?

Encouraging and challenging you to seek intimacy with God every day. Who gives intuition to the heart and instinct to the mind?

Job 38:36. Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? &c.] That is, of man, in his heart, as explained in the next clause; such wisdom as to guide the stars, know the ordinances of heaven, set their dominion on earth, manage and direct the clouds and lightning; no such wisdom is put in man: or who hath, given understanding to the heart?

36 "Who do you think gave weather-wisdom to the ibis, and storm-savvy to the rooster? New King James Version. 36 Who has put wisdom in the mind? Or who has given understanding to the heart? New Living Translation. 36 Who gives intuition to the heart and instinct to the mind?