HISTORICAL INSIGHTS INTO HUMAN SUFFERING In Londons Westminster Abbey, where the great and famous are laid to rest, two huge candelabra depict biblical figures in cast iron. Among the depicted characters from the OT, two stand out from the others. At the end of the massive candle-holder is King Solomon, portrayed as reclining on a throne in his majestic robes as ruler of a united and prosperous people whose divine blessings pervade the country. His wisdom is aptly summed up in the mysterious Queen of Shebas comments.- check 1 Kings 10:7-9 Solomon attained the height of temporal achievements, thanks to G-ds bounty. The other end of the candelabra highlights the patriarch Job, depicted as suffering the depths of misery and despair. His throne - to ease his discomfort - is a bed of ashes. Three of his friends visit him from afar, but not to praise his achievements.
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