Job

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Across
  1. 3. – The central figure of the book, a wealthy man who faces intense suffering and challenges.
  2. 8. – The theme of the book, as Job experiences severe trials, loss, and pain.
  3. 9. – The emotional state Job faces as he contemplates his suffering and loss.
  4. 11. – One of Job's friends, who argues that Job's suffering is a result of his sin.
  5. 14. – The accuser in the heavenly court who challenges Job’s integrity and faithfulness to God.
  6. 16. – A term used to describe the extreme suffering and distress that Job experiences.
  7. 18. – The initial comfort Job receives from his friends, which turns to condemnation as they argue that he must be guilty.
  8. 20. – Job’s prosperity before his suffering, including his wealth and family.
  9. 24. – The divine realm, where God’s sovereignty and justice are discussed in the book.
  10. 25. – The painful skin condition that Job is inflicted with, symbolizing his physical suffering.
  11. 28. – Job’s declaration of his innocence and faith in God during his trials.
  12. 29. – The ultimate authority and control of God, highlighted in God’s speeches to Job at the end of the book.
  13. 31. – The pride of Job’s friends in their knowledge and righteousness, which God rebukes.
  14. 32. – The third friend of Job, who accuses him of being guilty and suggests that his punishment is not severe enough.
  15. 35. – The silence of God, as Job struggles with the lack of divine response during his suffering.
  16. 37. – The emotion felt by Job’s friends as they initially come to comfort him, but later criticize him.
  17. 38. – The eventual return of Job’s prosperity and health after his trials.
  18. 40. – Job's endurance through suffering, an essential trait highlighted in the book.
  19. 42. – Job’s questioning of God’s justice, his purpose in suffering, and the nature of divine will.
  20. 44. – A title used for God, especially in Job 19:25, where Job expresses faith in his future redemption.
  21. 46. – A central theme in Job, as he grapples with the apparent unfairness of his suffering and seeks understanding of God’s justice.
  22. 47. – A key theme in the book, particularly seen in Job’s questioning and in the counsel offered by his friends.
  23. 48. – One of Job’s possessions, which he loses in the trials, symbolizing his material wealth.
  24. 49. – Job’s hope for redemption and restoration, particularly in his belief in a future redeemer.
Down
  1. 1. – A reference to Job as a father figure and the head of his family.
  2. 2. – Job’s deep pain and sorrow during his suffering.
  3. 4. – Another of Job's friends, who insists that Job must have done something wrong to deserve suffering.
  4. 5. – The challenge God allows Satan to put Job through to test his faith.
  5. 6. – The blessings and wealth that Job loses, which are later restored after his suffering ends.
  6. 7. – Job’s three friends—Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar—who attempt to explain his suffering.
  7. 10. – Job’s mourning and sorrow over his circumstances, expressed through his speeches.
  8. 12. – Imagery used in Job’s speeches to describe the distance and mystery of God’s actions.
  9. 13. – Job is described as a righteous man, blameless in his ways, before his suffering.
  10. 15. – Job seeks wisdom in understanding his suffering, and it is also a prominent theme in the book.
  11. 17. – Job’s family, including his children, who perish during the trials.
  12. 19. Counsel – The advice given by Job's friends, which is later rebuked by God.
  13. 21. – Job’s speeches are central to the book, where he laments and questions God.
  14. 22. – Job’s commitment to righteousness and moral principles, even when faced with suffering.
  15. 23. – Job’s steadfastness and commitment to God, even in the face of extreme hardship.
  16. 26. – A skin disease that afflicts Job during his suffering, symbolizing physical and social isolation.
  17. 27. Counsel – The wisdom and advice Job seeks from God to understand his situation.
  18. 30. – The divine being whose actions and justice are explored throughout Job.
  19. 33. – Job expresses a desire for revenge against his enemies, but later submits to God’s plan.
  20. 34. – Job’s acknowledgment of God’s sovereignty, though he initially questions God’s justice.
  21. 36. Voice – The powerful voice of God that speaks to Job from a whirlwind, challenging him to trust in divine wisdom.
  22. 39. – Job loses his wealth, children, and health, which are central to the story.
  23. 41. – Job's belief in God, despite his trials and doubts.
  24. 43. – A theological concept explored in Job, regarding the justice of God in allowing human suffering.
  25. 44. – The criticism from God toward Job’s friends for their incorrect assumptions about his suffering.
  26. 45. – A younger friend who speaks later in the book, offering a different perspective on suffering and God’s justice.