Job 28:19 Job's Final Defense and Submission

19 The topaz of Cush cannot compare with it;
it cannot be bought with pure gold.

Meaning of Job 28:19

Job 28:19 elevates wisdom above earthly treasures, asserting its incomparable value. While the most precious materials cannot rival wisdom, this verse compels us to seek divine understanding—revealing that true wisdom originates from a profound relationship with God and surpasses any worldly wealth.

Cross References for Job 28:19

Ezekiel 28:13 - You were in Eden, the garden of God; every precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz and emerald,... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 28:13 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 28:13

Exodus 28:17 - Then mount four rows of precious stones on it. In the first row there shall be a ruby, a topaz ... Click to read the verse Exodus 28:17 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:17

Exodus 39:10 - Then they mounted four rows of precious stones on it. In the first row there was a ruby, a topa... Click to read the verse Exodus 39:10 Click to read the verse Exodus 39:10

Proverbs 8:19 - My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:19 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:19

Revelation 21:20 - the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth to... Click to read the verse Revelation 21:20 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:20