Intuition and Instinct
Sometimes I run across a verse when I am reading my Bible in a different translation that really makes me think. That is why I read the Bible in different translations each year. I believe the translators have a reason for using the words they select to convey the meaning, and I try to check out the original language whenever there is a question. Today was one of those days. The NLT used 2 words that I have not seen in the other translations, but I believe they add some meaning which is helpful. When Elihu got finished addressing Job, God broke in. He started asking Job questions since Job had thought he was wise enough to convince God of his innocence and that he was being punished wrongly. (Job 38:36) One of God's questions was, "Who gives intuition to the heart and instinct to the mind? I believe these 2 words will make us think and give us a good perspective on what God does for us. Let's dive in. The word for intuition here is usually translated wisdom, but it is not ...