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And there were born to him seven sons and three daughters - The same number was given to him again after these were lost, and his severe tri…

Seven sons and three daughters. —The same number was restored to him after his probation (Job 42:13).

And there were born unto him seven sons and three daughters.
Job was highly favoured in having such a family of sons and daughters.<…

And there were born unto him
By his wife, in lawful wedlock, who was now living, and after mentioned:

Job was prosperous, and yet pious. Though it is hard and rare, it is not impossible for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven. By God's gr…

As was stated in the Prologue, the entire purpose of this book is to show how human affairs are governed by divine providence. A history is present…
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Albert Barnes
AlbertBarnes