Job
Job in the Bible — a blameless, upright, G-d fearing man in the land of Uz (JOB 1:1). Referenced in 6 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “he that weeps or cries”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 6 references
- Known Names
- 2 names
- Relationships
- 4 connections
Biography
A righteous and wealthy man from the land of Uz, Job experienced catastrophic loss when Satan was permitted to test his faithfulness to God. Despite losing his children, possessions, and health, and enduring the misguided counsel of his friends, Job maintained his integrity and faith. God ultimately vindicated Job, restored his fortunes doubly, and gave him a new family.
Significance
Job's story addresses the problem of suffering and demonstrates that righteousness is not always rewarded with prosperity in this life, yet faith in God's sovereignty remains essential. Job points forward to Christ, the ultimate innocent sufferer.
Key Events
Associated Places
Names & Labels (2)
- Hebrew
- אִיּוֹב
- Transliteration
- iyov
- Meaning
- where is my father, [or perhaps] Where is my father, O G-d?
- Greek
- Ιωβ
- Reference
- JOB 1:1
- Strong's
- H347
- Hebrew
- עַבְדִּי אִיּוֹב
- Transliteration
- avədiy iyov
- Meaning
- servant [of mine] Job
- Greek
- παιδός μου Ιωβ
- Reference
- JOB 1:8
- Strong's
- H5650, H347
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Job in the Bible?
Job is described in the Bible as a blameless, upright, G-d fearing man in the land of Uz (JOB 1:1).
What does the name Job mean?
The name Job means “he that weeps or cries” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.