Attainment to old age is frequently recognized in the Bible as a divine blessing, a reward for godliness, and an indication of the favor of God to those who are faithful to his commandments (Job 5:26). Abraham is promised a “good old age” (Gen. 15:15), and long life is pledged to those who respect the authorities established by God (Exod. 20:12). It is also true, however, that old age brings trials and disabilities. The book of Ecclesiastes graphically describes these problems.