19. He is the first of God’s ways,only his maker can approach him with a sword.
20. For the mountains bring him produce,and all wild animals make sport there.
21. Under lotus trees he lies,in coverts of the reedy swamp.
22. The lotus trees cover him with their shade;all about him are the poplars in the wadi.
23. If the river grows violent, he is not disturbed;he is tranquil though the Jordan surges about his mouth.
24. Who can capture him by his eyes,or pierce his nose with a trap?
25. Can you lead Leviathan about with a hook,or tie down his tongue with a rope?
26. Can you put a ring into his nose,or pierce through his cheek with a gaff?
27. Will he then plead with you, time after time,or address you with tender words?
28. Will he make a covenant with youthat you may have him as a slave forever?
29. Can you play with him, as with a bird?Can you tie him up for your little girls?