And they waited for me as for the rain - That is, as the dry and thirsty earth waits for the rain. This is a continuation of the beautiful i…

And they waited for me as for the rain
The former rain, as appears by the following clause, which fell in autumn, ab…

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 …