Footnote

a Even the faithful man Job became distracted when his own reputation was attacked by his three companions. Initially, when he lost his children and all his possessions, “Job did not sin or accuse God of doing anything wrong.” (Job 1:22; 2:10) However, when Job was accused of wrongdoing, he engaged in “wild talk.” He gave priority to defending his own reputation instead of sanctifying God’s name, or reputation.​—Job 6:3; 13:4, 5; 32:2; 34:5.