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Behemoth (/ b ɪ ˈ h iː m ə θ, ˈ b iː ə-/; Hebrew: בְּהֵמוֹת, bəhēmōṯ) is a beast from the biblical Book of Job, and is a form of the primeval chaos-monster created by God at the beginning of creation; he is paired with the other chaos-monster, Leviathan, and according to later Jewish tradition both would become food for ...
Behemoth is said to be a primal land creature that was created by God when he crafted the world. Behemoth is a powerful land animal that cannot be defeated by anyone but God. Similarly, God created Leviathan – ruler of the sea, and Ziz – king of the sky.
Behemoth, in the Old Testament, a powerful, grass-eating animal whose “bones are tubes of bronze, his limbs like bars of iron” (Job 40:18). Among various Jewish legends, one relates that the righteous will witness a spectacular battle between Behemoth and Leviathan in the messianic era and later feast upon their flesh.
Behemoth is described as a powerful and awe-inspiring creature, and its description has intrigued scholars, theologians, and lay readers for centuries. In the context of the Bible, Behemoth is often considered one of the prime examples of God's creative power.
The behemoth is a large animal mentioned in Job 40:15–24 as God addresses Job. God’s description of this animal focuses on its great size and strength in comparison to Job’s smallness and human frailty.
Behemoth is an enormous land beast whose anatomy has been described as resembling those of elephants, buffalo, hippopotamuses and rhinoceroses. This demon has therefore been reported to possess a massive upper body and legs, thick skin and horns/tusks (or both).
The Behemoth, or בְהֵמוֹת in Hebrew, appears in Job 40:15-24. According to the passage, the behemoth is an ox-like creature that feeds on grass, yet is so large that his tail is the size of a cedar tree.
The myth of Behemoth, particularly as described in the Bible, serves several symbolic and theological purposes. While interpretations may vary, here are some common explanations of the myth: Symbol of God’s Creative Power: Behemoth is presented as a mighty and awe-inspiring creature, highlighting the creative power of God.
The Behemoth is an enigmatic figure, born from the rich tapestry of Jewish and Christian mythologies. Although it doesn’t often deign to meddle in human affairs, its very existence is a formidable reminder of the grandiosity of the natural world, a realm untamed and untamable by mere mortals.
In Job 40:15-24, God describes this majestic creature to Job, emphasizing its immense strength and significance in the natural world. Scholars have debated the exact identity of Behemoth, with interpretations ranging from a literal creature to a metaphorical representation.