In the writings of John of Wallingford (13th Century chronicler), he says the story of Job comforted the king during his time in the marshes.
Isaiah 55:8 - For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord
He also translated Boethius' "Consolation of Philosophy". This year marks the 1,500 year anniversary.
Not to nitpick, but are you sure his wife joined the discussion? I thought Satan got her too.
I think it’s just she isn’t really mentioned after the early chapters.
I checked and it does not mention her being slain or carried off.
She must have been protected by them being one flesh.
Who can’t empathise with Job?! I have certainly cursed even my birth! Selfishness which is cast off. Thank you for such good writing. Do you like Blake’s Job series?
Yes. They are beautiful paintings.
I love your writing and appreciate your work at keeping King Alfred's memory, and the Anglo-Saxons, alive.
Isaiah 55:8 - For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord
He also translated Boethius' "Consolation of Philosophy". This year marks the 1,500 year anniversary.
Not to nitpick, but are you sure his wife joined the discussion? I thought Satan got her too.
I think it’s just she isn’t really mentioned after the early chapters.
I checked and it does not mention her being slain or carried off.
She must have been protected by them being one flesh.
Who can’t empathise with Job?! I have certainly cursed even my birth! Selfishness which is cast off. Thank you for such good writing. Do you like Blake’s Job series?
Yes. They are beautiful paintings.
I love your writing and appreciate your work at keeping King Alfred's memory, and the Anglo-Saxons, alive.