What does the Bible say about suffering and innocence?
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The Bible teaches that suffering can occur even to the innocent, as exemplified in the story of Job and ultimately in Christ.
In the book of Job, Eliphaz the Temanite asks, 'Whoever perished being innocent?' suggesting that suffering must be a result of sin. However, the narrative reveals that Job's suffering was not due to his wrongdoing but was allowed by God for reasons ultimately pointing to His mercy and grace. This theme reaches its apex in the New Testament, where Christ suffers innocently, bearing the sins of others, thus redefining our understanding of injustice and suffering. Job's plight emphasizes that suffering doesn't always correlate with personal sin, illustrating a deeper mystery in God's providence.
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