Ἰώβ (Iōb)
Iōb
Job
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The proper noun Iōb refers to the Old Testament figure Job, whose story of suffering and restoration is recorded in the Hebrew Bible. In the New Testament, this name appears only once, in James 5:11, where it serves as a historical reference point for believers facing persecution.
Thayer’s Lexicon notes that the name derives from Hebrew roots often interpreted as "the cry of woe" or "I will exclaim," reflecting the intense emotional landscape of his trials. James uses Job not merely as a character study, but as an example of steadfast endurance, highlighting how patience leads to divine compassion and mercy.
This single occurrence underscores the early Christian view of Job as a model of resilience. By citing him alongside the prophets, James connects the ancient wisdom literature with the ongoing experience of the church, presenting Job’s perseverance as a tangible hope for those enduring hardship.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Job means 'persecuted' or 'one who weeps,' yet James holds him up as a model of endurance. When life feels heavy, this word reminds us that suffering is not the final chapter. The story shows how patience leads to divine compassion and mercy, offering hope when circumstances seem unchangeable.
James points to Job’s outcome to encourage believers facing persecution. It is a reminder that God sees the struggle and brings restoration. This single reference connects ancient wisdom with our present trials, showing that endurance is not passive waiting but active trust in God’s character.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- of Job1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Ἰὼβ1×
Key Verses
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James 5:11
Behold, we call them blessed who endured. You have heard of the perseverance of Job and have seen the Lord in the outcome, and how the Lord is full of compassion and mercy.
This verse uses Job as a concrete example of how enduring hardship leads to seeing the Lord's compassionate outcome.