I have never understood the point of Job.

Oh I know so many religious people who will just look embarrassed, give up immediately and go away if you say "Book of Job?" ever so sweetly, tail tucked between their legs.

I am sure SO many Christian denominations would love to see that one quietly edited out.

It is unforgivable, unmitigated bullshit, "the Spanish train" gives a more favourable account of the Christian god.

When I read your comment about the word of the day, I envisioned a women's tennis match, with all it's grunts and feminine squeaks, as Job's brutally volleyed between the two, saying, "That's ok, I don't mind. Oomph! Easy come. Oomph! Easy go."

Its how they get the workers/slaves to stay in line

I know what you mean but its a story. Job isn't actually real. Its an allegory as to how it is essential to acknowledge life and the forces that prevail upon you for good or ill. A main tenet is why do the righteous suffer? Well, why not! Its about endurance in the face of adversity. Job gets a happy ending. Same can't be said for some in similar situations in the current age!

Sounds pretty sadistic. Time you unfriended that friend!