Abstract
The Book of Job exemplifies, in both form and content, typical unconscious grief reactions. Both theory and case illustrations are used to interpret Job as a vivid portrayal of successful adaptation to 1) the psychological stresses of grief, 2) the human developmental opportunities inherent in grieving, and 3) the spiritual development thus made possible.
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Roy, A. The Book of Job: A grief and human development interpretation. J Relig Health 30, 149–159 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00988704
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