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“Persecuted, hated”

Job from the Hebrew name אִיּוֹב ('Iyyov) which means "persecuted, hated". In the Book of Job in the Old Testament he is a righteous man who is tested by God, enduring many tragedies and hardships while struggling to remain faithful.

Biblical namesake: Job is known for his patience and faithfulness during great suffering. His story explores themes of faith, endurance, and divine justice. (Job · Job 1-2, Job 42)

BiblicalDutch1 syllable · /dʒoʊb/

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