Religious Studies - 5 - Christianity - Beliefs & Teachings - 170 - The Nature Of God - The Story Of Job Flashcards
Who is described as blameless and upright in the Book of Job?
Job.
Job is presented as a model of righteousness, feared God, and shunned evil.
What does Satan question regarding Job’s fear of God?
Satan questions if Job fears God for nothing.
This implies that Job’s fear of God may be motivated by the blessings he receives.
What does Satan claim God has placed around Job?
A hedge.
This hedge symbolizes protection over Job, his household, and his possessions.
What does Satan suggest to God that will happen if Job’s possessions are taken away?
Job will surely curse you (God) to your face.
This indicates Satan’s belief that Job’s righteousness is dependent on his blessings.
What does the Lord permit Satan to do to Job’s possessions?
Everything he has is in your (Satan’s) power.
However, the Lord prohibits Satan from harming Job himself.
True or False: The Lord allows Satan to lay a finger on Job himself.
False.
The Lord explicitly states that Job himself should not be harmed.
What is the setting of the conversation between the Lord and Satan?
In the presence of the Lord.
This highlights the divine context in which the trial of Job begins.
What does Job acknowledge about the Lord’s abilities?
Job acknowledges that the Lord can do all things and that no purpose of His can be thwarted.
What question does the Lord ask Job?
The Lord asks, ‘Who is this that obscures my plans without knowledge?’
What does Job admit about his previous statements?
Job admits that he spoke of things he did not understand, things too wonderful for him to know.
What does the Lord say He will do after Job’s admission?
The Lord says, ‘Listen now, and I will speak; I will question you, and you shall answer me.’
How does Job describe his previous knowledge of the Lord?
Job describes that his ears had heard of the Lord, but now his eyes have seen Him.
What is Job’s response after encountering the Lord?
Job despises himself and repents in dust and ashes.
Fill in the blank: Job repents in _______.
dust and ashes
True or False: Job felt he had a complete understanding of God’s plans before his encounter.
False
Who is the main character in the Book of Job?
Job.
Job is described as a wealthy man from the land of Uz.
What are the two central questions explored in the Book of Job?
- Why do we suffer?
- Why do good and innocent people suffer so much?
These questions relate to the universal theme of suffering.
How is Job described in the beginning of the story?
As a blameless and upright man.
Job is careful to avoid doing evil.
Who challenges God regarding Job’s faithfulness?
Satan.
Satan argues that Job is only good because of God’s blessings.
What does Satan claim will happen if he is allowed to punish Job?
Job will turn and curse God.
This is part of Satan’s challenge to God.
What happens to Job as a result of God’s permission to Satan?
Job loses his flocks, servants, and ten children.
Despite this, Job blesses God in his prayers.
What affliction does Job experience after losing his family and wealth?
Terrible sores.
Job’s suffering continues as Satan tests him further.
What does Job’s wife encourage him to do?
Curse God.
Job refuses to follow her advice, demonstrating his faith.
Who visits Job to discuss his suffering?
Three of his friends.
They engage in discussions about the reasons for Job’s suffering.
What does Job lament about God’s justice?
The injustice of wicked people prospering while the innocent suffer.
This reflects Job’s deep questioning of God’s ways.
What realization does Job come to by the end of the story?
God’s ways are beyond human understanding.
Job expresses faith in God and understands his own place in the world.
Fill in the blank: Job is from the land of _______.
Uz
True or False: Job curses God after suffering immense loss.
False.
Job blesses God despite his suffering.
What happens to Job after God allows Satan to take away his wealth and family?
Job is reduced to sitting on a dung heap while his friends look on.
