My root was spread out by the waters, and the dew lay all night upon my branch.
Literally, opened to the waters: continually irrigated by them. Opposed to Job 17:16. "His roots shall be dried up beneath." Vigorous health.
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Job 29:19
19 My root was spread out by the waters, and the dew lay all night upon my branch.