Who was Job in the Bible?

What does the Bible say about Job?

Job was a man from the land of Uz, described as blameless, upright, and one who feared God and shunned evil (Job.1.1). He was blessed with seven sons, three daughters, and great wealth (Job.1.2-3). However, God allowed Satan to test Job's faith through a series of severe trials, including the loss of his children, wealth, and health (Job.1.6-2.10). Throughout his suffering, Job maintained his integrity and did not sin against God (Job.1.22; 2.10). He engaged in a lengthy dialogue with his three friends - Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar - who came to comfort him but ultimately accused him of wrongdoing (Job.2.11-31.40). A fourth friend, Elihu, also spoke to Job, emphasizing God's justice and sovereignty (Job.32-37). Finally, God spoke to Job, challenging him to understand the mysteries of creation and divine wisdom (Job.38-41). Job acknowledged God's power and repented of his questioning (Job.42.1-6). In the end, God restored Job's fortunes, giving him twice as much as he had before, and blessed him with seven more sons and three more daughters (Job.42.10-17). Job's story is a testament to faith in the face of adversity, and he is mentioned alongside Noah and Daniel as an example of righteousness (Ezk.14.14,20). His perseverance is also commended in the New Testament (Jas.5.11). The book of Job grapples with the question of suffering and the sovereignty of God, ultimately showcasing God's wisdom and the importance of trust in Him.

Where does Job appear in the Bible?

Job is referenced in 49 verses across 3 books. Every passage below is about this one, not just every verse the word turns up in.

• Ezekiel 14:14
• James 5:11
• Job 1:1
• Job 1:5
• Job 1:8
• Job 1:9
• Job 1:14
• Job 1:20
• Job 1:22
• Job 2:3
• Job 2:7
• Job 2:10
• Job 2:11
• Job 3:1
• Job 6:1
• Job 9:1
• Job 12:1
• Job 16:1
• Job 19:1
• Job 21:1
• Job 23:1
• Job 26:1
• Job 27:1
• Job 29:1

What else appears in these passages?

These turn up in the same passages as Job.