Where wast thou when I laid the foundations of the earth? declare, if thou hast understanding.
To understand the cause of things, man should have been present at their origin. The finite creature cannot fathom the infinite wisdom of the Creator (Job 28:12; Job 15:7-8).
Hast (knowest) understanding - (Proverbs 4:1). If thou hast all the knowledge and understanding that thou thinkest thou hast.