Bible Dictionary
BALANCINGS
The “balancings of the clouds” describes the mysterious way clouds appear poised, spread across the sky, and move through the air. Job presents this as evidence of the wonder and wisdom of God’s works.
Definition
“The balancings of the clouds” describes the way clouds appear poised and supported in the air, with their wide spreadings and mysterious motions. The expression points to phenomena difficult for human understanding to explain.
Biblical Usage
In Job, the balancing and movement of clouds are presented as evidence of the wonder and wisdom of God’s works. The image challenges human intellect to recognize the limits of its understanding.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>bal'-ans-ins: "The balancings of the clouds" (Job 37:16), the manner in which they are poised and supported in the air, alike with their mysterious spreadings and motions, challenge the strongest intellect to explain.</p>