The narrative continues: 'Then came there unto him all his brethren, and all his sisters, and all they that had been of his acquaintance before, and did eat bread with him in his house: and they bemoaned him, and comforted him concerning all the evil that the Lord had brought upon him: every man also gave him a piece of money, and every one an earring of gold.' Job's restoration includes restoration of social relationships. His family and former acquaintances return and demonstrate support through eating with him, offering comfort, and giving gifts. The description of the comfort and gifts suggests that community recognizes Job's vindication and participates in his restoration. The piece of money and earring of gold from each person suggests considerable wealth restored. The verse establishes that restoration is not merely material but social and communal. Job, who had been isolated in his suffering and excluded from community support by the friends' failure, is now surrounded by a community that affirms and supports him.

COMMUNITY REFLECTIONS

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