1. Job 38:23 (ESV)
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Commentary on Job 38:23 (Summary)

Job 38:23 (ESV)

23 which I have reserved for the time of trouble, for the day of battle and war?

God has a purpose with snow and hail. In the history of Israel, God has often used hailstorms to defeat the enemies of his people (Exodus 9:22; Joshua 10:11; Psalm 18:12–14; Isaiah 30:30).

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