![]() Job 40 tells us that Behemoth is an incredibly powerful creature. The Behemoth is said to be a masterpiece – a giant creature who cannot be conquered by anyone but God himself. What we know of Behemoth tells us that he is a mighty creature whose strength cannot be comprehended by man. In this way, Behemoth is also a protector of sorts that helps to keep weaker animals safe. Without Behemoth’s roar, there would be nothing to stop animals from becoming terrifyingly violent and killing each other and humans without reason. The fear inspired by Behemoth’s roar makes animals less fierce. During the summer solstice, the Behemoth lets out a mighty roar that makes all other animals of earth tremble with fear. Can anyone capture it by the eyes, or trap it and pierce its nose?” Behemoth in Jewish LiteratureĪdditionally, the Haggadah (a Jewish text that describes the order of the Passover Seder) tells us that the Behemoth is strongest during the summer solstice (usually around June 21st). A raging river does not alarm it it is secure, though the Jordan should surge against its mouth. ![]() The lotuses conceal it in their shadow the poplars by the stream surround it. Under the lotus plants it lies, hidden among the reeds in the marsh. The hills bring it their produce, and all the wild animals play nearby. It ranks first among the works of God, yet its Maker can approach it with his sword. Its bones are tubes of bronze, its limbs like rods of iron. What strength it has in its loins, What power in the muscles of its belly! Its tail sways like a cedar the sinews of its thighs are close-knit. “Look at Behemoth which I made along with you and which feeds on grass like an ox.
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