character
Job
The man whose faith was tested through total loss.
Origin
God allows Satan to strip Job of his wealth, children, and health to see if he will curse God. Job suffers, complains, demands answers, but does not abandon his faith. God eventually restores him.
Modern usage
'The patience of Job' = saintly endurance. Invoked when describing someone enduring an absurd run of misfortune.
Tags
suffering
faith
endurance