The Book Of Job (1866)

By William Batchelder Greene

Book Overview

The Book of Job is a religious text that has been translated by William Batchelder Greene in 1866. The book is a part of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is a poetic and philosophical exploration of the problem of evil and suffering in the world. The book tells the story of Job, a wealthy man who is struck by a series of tragedies that leave him destitute and alone. He is then visited by three friends who try to console him and offer explanations for his suffering. Job, however, refuses to accept their explanations and instead questions the nature of God and the meaning of life. The book is a profound meditation on the human condition and the nature of faith, and it continues to be a source of inspiration and insight for readers today. William Batchelder Greene's translation of the book is known for its clarity and accuracy, and it remains a valuable resource for scholars and students of religion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104383055
• ISBN13: 9781104383053
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"