Job 1-21: Interpretation and Commentary

C. L. Seow's inaugural Illuminations commentary offers a literary-theological interpretation of Job written in an accessible style for a wide audience, a new translation, and detailed verse-by-verse commentary for a deeper dive into the complex linguistic and thematic issues. The commentary's unique History of Consequences section draws attention to the reception history of Job in Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and Western secular interpretations found in writings and artistic representations. Seow reveals not only how interpreters throughout history have grappled with the human struggle to understand the reasons for suffering and the possibility of divine complicity in undeserved suffering but also why we continue to struggle with these ideas today.

Pages: 1000, Paperback, SBL Press