1. Otro día en que vinieron los hijos de Dios a presentarse ante Yavé, se presentó también con ellos Satán.
2. Yavé dijo a Satán: «¿De dónde vienes?» Satán respondió: «De recorrer la tierra y pasearme por ella.»
3. Yavé dijo a Satán: «¿Te has fijado en mi siervo Job? No hay nadie como él en la tierra; es un hombre bueno y honrado que teme a Dios y se aparta del mal. Aún sigue firme en su perfección y en vano me has incitado contra él para arruinarlo.»
4. Respondió Satán: «Piel por piel. Todo lo que el hombre posee lo da por su vida.
5. Pero extiende tu mano y toca sus huesos y su carne; verás si no te maldice en tu propia cara.»
6. Yavé dijo: «Ahí lo tienes en tus manos, pero respeta su vida.»
7. Salió Satán de la presencia de Yavé e hirió a Job con una llaga incurable desde la punta de los pies hasta la coronilla de la cabeza.
8. Job tomó entonces un pedazo de teja para rascarse y fue a sentarse en medio de las cenizas.
9. Entonces su esposa le dijo: «¿Todavía perseveras en tu fe? ¡Maldice a Dios y muérete!»
10. Pero él le dijo: «Hablas como una tonta cualquiera. Si aceptamos de Dios lo bueno, ¿por qué no aceptaremos también lo malo?» En todo esto no pecó Job con sus palabras.
11. Tres amigos de Job: Elifaz de Temán, Bildad de Suaj y Sofar de Naamat se enteraron de todas las desgracias que le habían ocurrido y vinieron cada uno de su país. Acordaron juntos ir a visitarlo y consolarlo.
12. Lo miraron de lejos y no lo reconocieron. Entonces se pusieron a llorar a gritos; rasgaron sus vestidos y se echaron polvo sobre la cabeza.
13. Luego permanecieron sentados en tierra junto a él siete días y siete noches. Y ninguno le dijo una palabra, porque veían que su dolor era muy grande.
Footnotes:
2:1-6 - The second heavenly meeting between God and Satan reaffirms Job's integrity, which remains faithful even after calamities. This highlights Job's character and the importance of perseverance in faith in the face of adversity (see also James 1:2-4 and 1 Peter 1:6-7).
2:7-8 - Job's illness is an extreme test of physical and emotional suffering. The pain he endures reinforces the reality of human suffering and the vulnerability of the human condition (see also Psalm 38:3-4 and 2 Corinthians 4:16-18).
2:9-10 - Job's wife suggests that he curse God and die, revealing the pain and hopelessness that suffering can bring. Job's response demonstrates his unwavering faith and resilience, reminding us of the importance of trusting God even when those around us doubt (see also Romans 14:8 and Philippians 4:13).
2:11-13 - The visit of Job's friends, who come to comfort him, illustrates the role of community in suffering. However, their presence and initial silence also reflect the difficulty of understanding the suffering of others (see also Galatians 6:2 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
02:13 - The silence of Job's friends, who sit with him in mourning, emphasizes the depth of his suffering. Sometimes being present and listening is more important than trying to offer verbal explanations or comfort (see also Proverbs 25:11 and Ecclesiastes 3:1-8).
Verses related to Job, 2:
Job chapter 2 intensifies the trial of the righteous. How does Job react to the loss of his health? This powerful text chronicles Satan's second challenge, Job's physical affliction, and the introduction of his wife and friends. The chapter addresses topics such as integrity under pressure, the role of the spouse in trials, and the beginning of the debate about suffering. Job 2 sets the stage for the theological discussions that will follow. Explore with us five biblical passages that relate to the profound themes of this crucial chapter.
2 Corinthians 12:7: "Therefore, so that I would not exalt myself, I was given a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me." - This passage echoes Job's physical suffering permitted by God in Job 2, showing how suffering can have a divine purpose.
James 1:12: "Happy is the man who perseveres under trial, because after passing, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him." - This verse reflects Job's perseverance in the face of the trials described in Job 2.
Revelation 2:10: "Don't be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life." - This passage echoes the test of faithfulness that Job faces in Job 2, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness in the midst of suffering.
Romans 12:15: "Rejoice with those who rejoice; cry with those who cry." - This verse reflects the attitude of Job's friends in 2:11-13, who came to comfort him and weep with him.
1 Peter 3:9: "Do not return evil for evil or insult for insult; on the contrary, they bless; for to this you were called, to receive blessing as an inheritance." - This passage contrasts with Job's wife's suggestion in 2:9, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity even in the face of adversity.
FAQ:
What happened in Job's second test?
Satan, again challenging Job's faith, asked God to allow him to affect Job's body. Job was left with painful sores, but he did not curse God. (Job 2:1-8)
How did Job's wife react to his suffering?
Job's wife suggested that he curse God and die, but Job rebuked her, saying that he should accept the good and the bad that God allows. (Job 2:9-10)
How did Job's friends react to his suffering?
Job's three friends, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, came to visit him, and when they saw him in pain, they remained silent for seven days, speechless because of their grief. (Job 2:11-13)
What was Job's attitude toward physical suffering?
Even in intense pain, Job did not rebel against God. He questioned his existence, but maintained his trust in God. (Job 2:7-10)
What does Job's suffering teach us about faith?
Job's suffering teaches us that true faith does not depend on material blessings, but is based on unshakable trust in God, regardless of circumstances. (Job 2:9-10)
