3 figures
Speaker and one of Job's friends.
Elihu continues his discourse, addressing Job and his friends. He defends God's justice and sovereignty, arguing that God is righteous and does not act wickedly. Elihu emphasizes that God repays people according to their deeds and that He is impartial and omniscient.
The central figure of the Book of Job, a man undergoing severe trials.
In this chapter, Job is the subject of Elihu's speech. Elihu addresses Job's claims of innocence and his questioning of God's justice, arguing that Job's understanding of God's ways is limited.
The sovereign and just ruler of the universe.
Elihu speaks about God's character, emphasizing His justice, omniscience, and impartiality. He argues that God does not pervert justice and that His ways are beyond human understanding.