Then I said—I was so prosperous, and my sources of happiness seemed so permanent. I saw no reason why all this should not continue, and why …

I shall die in my nest. — Very touching is this spontaneous expression of his almost unconscious hope when in prosperity.

Some have…

Then I said, I shall die in my nest
Job, amidst all his prosperity, knew he should die, death and the grave being ap…

Being so honored and useful, Job had hoped to die in peace and honor, in a good old age. If such an expectation arises from lively faith in the pro…

Previously, Job had shown in general terms why it is not contrary to divine justice for the wicked to prosper while the good—who are given greater …