God continues 'Out of his mouth go burning lamps, and sparks of fire leap out.' This verse describes fire emanating from Leviathan's mouth. The creature's breath or utterance produces flames and sparks. The image of burning lamps and sparks suggests that Leviathan is a creature of fire as well as water. The verse reinforces the theme that Leviathan is beyond ordinary nature, possessing fire-like qualities seemingly impossible for a water creature. The progression of descriptions has moved from physical invulnerability to supernatural characteristics.

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