Job was a remarkably patient prophet, a wealthy landholder, and a famous symbol of unshakeable faith under extreme suffering.
Born around 1650 BC, he lived in the land of Uz (near modern-day Jordan and Saudi Arabia), where he was initially blessed with massive herds of livestock, immense wealth, a large loving family, and great respect. To test his faith, God allowed him to lose everything in a series of sudden tragedies - his wealth vanished, his children died, and he was struck with a severe, agonizing skin disease that isolated him from society for years. Despite his intense suffering, Job refused to curse God, remaining deeply patient and constantly praying for mercy. Pleased with his absolute devotion, God healed him completely and restored his wealth and family twofold. Job lived to around 210 years old and passed away peacefully around 1440 BC.