Translations
Modern
Topaz from Cush cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.
Traditional
The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold.
Literal
The topaz of Cush cannot equal it, nor it is valued in pure gold.
Latin
Non adæquabitur ei topazius de Æthiopia, nec tincturæ mundissimæ componetur.
Original
Hebrew
English
Topaz from Cush cannot compare to it, nor can it be valued in pure gold.
Notes
The metals, gems, and glass listed here were valuable in the ancient world. However, the speaker says wisdom is more valuable than wealth.
This section is an isolated speech. There is no speaker listed, so it might continue from earlier words. Some see it as a creative summary by the author of Job. It emphasizes the limits of human wisdom and sets the stage for the Lord's speeches.
Events
Places
Cush: Ancient region in Africa; associated with Egypt and Babylon
Glossary
Topics
Gold: Most Valuable when Pure and Fine Gold: Refined Precious Stones: Topaz Select Readings: Nature's Testimony The Earth: Full of Minerals Topaz: Ethiopian, Celebrated Wisdom: Spiritual: Unclassified Scriptures Relating to