Key Figures — Job 4

2 figures

1. Eliphaz the Temanite

   One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him.

   Eliphaz is the first of Job's friends to speak. In this chapter, he begins his discourse by suggesting that Job's suffering may be a result of sin, implying a retributive justice view. He shares a vision he had, which emphasizes the frailty and imperfection of humans compared to God's holiness.

   Related passages

   • Job Chapter 2 (Introduction of Eliphaz as one of Job's friends)
   • Job Chapter 15 (Eliphaz's second speech)
   • Job Chapter 22 (Eliphaz's third speech)

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2. Job

   The central figure of the Book of Job, known for his suffering and faith.

   In this chapter, Job is the subject of Eliphaz's speech. Eliphaz addresses Job's current state of suffering and questions the integrity of his righteousness, suggesting that Job's afflictions may be due to his own failings.

   Related passages

   • Job Chapter 1 (Introduction of Job and his initial trials)
   • Job Chapter 2 (Job's continued suffering and the arrival of his friends)
   • James Chapter 5:11 (New Testament reference to Job's perseverance)

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