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According to the story, what was the initial challenge made by Satan to God regarding Job?
According to the story, what was the initial challenge made by Satan to God regarding Job?
- That Job only worshiped God because of his good fortune (correct)
- That Job was not as righteous as God believed
- That Job would curse God if his family was harmed
- That God's blessings on Job were unfair to others
Which of the following best describes the main argument made by Job's three friends?
Which of the following best describes the main argument made by Job's three friends?
- God's wisdom is beyond human understanding
- Job's suffering is a direct result of his sins (correct)
- Job's suffering is a test of his faith
- Job should accept his fate without question
What is the primary focus of God's speech to Job?
What is the primary focus of God's speech to Job?
- God emphasizes his infinite power and wisdom (correct)
- God explains why Job suffered
- God apologizes for the suffering inflicted on Job
- God details Job's past sins
What is Job's final response to God's intervention?
What is Job's final response to God's intervention?
What is the ultimate outcome for Job at the end of the story?
What is the ultimate outcome for Job at the end of the story?
What is the central theme explored in the Book of Job?
What is the central theme explored in the Book of Job?
Which character's perspective suggests that suffering may be a form of divine instruction or discipline?
Which character's perspective suggests that suffering may be a form of divine instruction or discipline?
What is the primary point God makes when speaking to Job from the whirlwind?
What is the primary point God makes when speaking to Job from the whirlwind?
Despite the intense suffering he experiences, what is Job's overriding and consistent attitude toward God?
Despite the intense suffering he experiences, what is Job's overriding and consistent attitude toward God?
How does the Book of Job directly challenge typical notions of divine retribution?
How does the Book of Job directly challenge typical notions of divine retribution?
Flashcards
Job's Trials
Job's Trials
Job faces severe losses including wealth, health, and children due to a challenge by Satan.
Divine Providence
Divine Providence
The belief that God has control and purpose in the events of the world, even in suffering.
Job's Friends
Job's Friends
Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar argue Job's suffering is due to his sins, offering flawed comfort.
Elihu's Perspective
Elihu's Perspective
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God's Response
God's Response
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Book of Job
Book of Job
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Satan's Challenge
Satan's Challenge
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Job's Innocence
Job's Innocence
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God's Whirlwind
God's Whirlwind
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Restoration of Job
Restoration of Job
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