book’s message to those whose qualifications—and sufferings—may be less severe than his. B. JOB’S CALAMITIES (1:6–2:10) Job was subjected to two tests—one on his possessions and offspring (1:6–22) and one on his health (2:1–10). In each test are two scenes, one in heaven and one on earth. Each scene in heaven includes an accusation by Satan against Job, and each scene on earth includes an assault by Satan against Job. On the day the sons of God (angels) presented (literally, “stationed”) themselves
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