Editor's Note: I will attempt to summarize some of the themes and statements made by Job and his visitors. My observations are by no means the final word on this; please feel free to weigh in and give your thoughts on what's going on
Job 21
Job responds:
...I have an issue with you guys: is this the right way to deal with me in this moment?
...we know that the wicked often escape judgement or consequence in this world
...no matter who a person is or what they've done, everyone comes to the grave
...your comfort is no help to me
Job 22
Eliphaz responds:
...can we benefit the Most High? Does the Almighty improve if we're good?
...does he rebuke you because you're faithful to him?
...no, it's because you're against his ways and don't follow his instructions
...He sees you, even though you think he doesn't know
...make peace with the Most High and things will turn around
...if you turn to him and humble yourself, he will save you
Job 23
Jos answers:
...I want to find [the Almighty]
...I want to plead my case; I know he would listen
...I won't turn aside from following Him; I treasure his commands
...but He does what he wants - with everything, and with me, too.
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