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The book of Job deals with the problem of suffering, and introduces complex questions about the nature of God and the presence and effects of evil in the world. Throughout the book, Job refuses to take the advice of his friends—to curse God. Job ends with a firm reminder that God’s ways are higher than our ways.

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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