1 Eliphaz from Teman answered:
2 “I must say something. Would it upset you if I speak?
3 Job, you have taught many people. You encouraged those who were ready to quit.
4 Your words helped those who were ready to fall. You gave strength to those who could not stand by themselves.
5 But now trouble comes to you, and you are discouraged. Trouble hits you, and you are upset.
6 You worship God. You trust him. You are a good man, so let that be your hope.
7 Can you think of any innocent person who was ever destroyed? Do you know of any place where good people are punished?