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Zophar was from what tribal background (Job 20:1)?
Zophar was from what tribal background (Job 20:1)?
- Temanite
- Shuhite
- Naamathite (correct)
- Buzite
What prompts Zophar to answer (Job 20:2)?
What prompts Zophar to answer (Job 20:2)?
- His desire to help
- His defense of God's justice
- His troubled thoughts (correct)
- His shame
How does Zophar take Job's rebuke (Job 20:3)?
How does Zophar take Job's rebuke (Job 20:3)?
- As attacking him
- As dishonoring him (correct)
- As ignoring him
- As mocking him
What inspires Zophar to reply to Job (Job 20:3)?
What inspires Zophar to reply to Job (Job 20:3)?
What does Zophar say Job has known (Job 20:4)?
What does Zophar say Job has known (Job 20:4)?
What does Zophar say is brief (Job 20:5)?
What does Zophar say is brief (Job 20:5)?
What does Zophar say lasts but a moment (Job 20:5)?
What does Zophar say lasts but a moment (Job 20:5)?
What does Zophar say reaches to the heavens (Job 20:6)?
What does Zophar say reaches to the heavens (Job 20:6)?
What does Zophar say touches the clouds (Job 20:6)?
What does Zophar say touches the clouds (Job 20:6)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless perish (Job 20:7)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless perish (Job 20:7)?
What does Zophar say those who have seen the godless will say (Job 20:7)?
What does Zophar say those who have seen the godless will say (Job 20:7)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless fly away (Job 20:8)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless fly away (Job 20:8)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless will be banished (Job 20:8)?
Like what does Zophar say the godless will be banished (Job 20:8)?
What does Zophar say will no longer look on the godless person (Job 20:9)?
What does Zophar say will no longer look on the godless person (Job 20:9)?
To whom does Zophar say the children of the godless must make amends (Job 20:10)?
To whom does Zophar say the children of the godless must make amends (Job 20:10)?
What does Zophar say the hands of the godless must do (Job 20:10)?
What does Zophar say the hands of the godless must do (Job 20:10)?
What does Zophar say will lie in the dust with the godless (Job 20:11)?
What does Zophar say will lie in the dust with the godless (Job 20:11)?
What will happen to the youthful vigor that fills the bones of the godless according to Zophar (Job 20:11)?
What will happen to the youthful vigor that fills the bones of the godless according to Zophar (Job 20:11)?
What does Zophar say is sweet in the mouth of the godless (Job 20:12)?
What does Zophar say is sweet in the mouth of the godless (Job 20:12)?
Where does Zophar say the godless hide evil (Job 20:12)?
Where does Zophar say the godless hide evil (Job 20:12)?
Where does Zophar say the godless lets evil linger (Job 20:13)?
Where does Zophar say the godless lets evil linger (Job 20:13)?
What does Zophar say the godless cannot let go (Job 20:13)?
What does Zophar say the godless cannot let go (Job 20:13)?
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Study Notes
Zophar's Background and Motivation
- Zophar hails from the Naamathite tribe, known for its connection to the land of Naamah.
- His response to Job is triggered by troubled thoughts, reflecting his inner turmoil rather than a simple desire to help.
Zophar's Perception of Job's Words
- Considers Job's reproach as dishonoring, highlighting his sensitive ego.
- Feels compelled to respond due to his understanding of justice and divine principles.
Insights into Human Experience
- Zophar references the longevity of human existence since the creation of mankind.
- Claims that the mirth of the wicked is brief, emphasizing the transient nature of joy for evildoers.
The Fate of the Godless
- Describes the pride of the godless as reaching the heavens, indicating their overconfidence.
- The downfall of the wicked is compared to dung, reinforcing the idea of contempt.
Transitory Nature of Life
- Godless individuals are likened to a dream, emphasizing their fleeting existence and inevitable disappearance.
- Zophar asserts that no one will remember the godless person, signifying a loss of legacy.
Consequences for the Godless
- States that children of the godless will have to make amends to the poor, suggesting a societal obligation towards those wronged.
- Claims that the hands of the godless must return their ill-gained wealth, indicating a need for restitution.
Loss of Vitality
- The youthful vigor of the godless will lie in dust, symbolizing decay and loss of strength over time.
Nature of Evil in the Godless
- Zophar notes that evil is sweet in the mouth of the godless, illustrating the deceptive allure of sin.
- Evil lingers in their mouths, capturing the idea that they cannot easily discard their wickedness.
Summary of Zophar's Theological Assertions
- Zophar's speeches detail the consequences of pride and evil, emphasizing that such traits lead to a life devoid of fulfillment and lasting impact.
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