The Patience of Job
Patience (noun): the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious. Combine that with a biblical figure known for his unyielding forbearance, and you get “the patience of Job,” a golden phrase of the English language.
Definition: Enduring immense suffering without complaint or loss of faith.
Related Terms and Expressions
- Keep calm and carry on: Staying composed in adversity.
- Grin and bear it: Tolerating pain or misfortune with a smile.
- Suffering in silence: Bearing troubles without voicing one’s discomfort.
Proverbs and Quotes
- “Patience is a virtue.” – Proverb.
- “All things come to those who wait.” – Proverb.
- “Good things take time.” – Anonymouse, an unknown yet quite optimistic mouse.
Synonyms
- Forbearance
- Endurance
- Perseverance
Antonyms
- Impatience
- Hastiness
- Agitation
Humor-Filled Quotes
- “Patience: What you have when there are too many witnesses.” — Unknown.
- “I am extraordinarily patient, provided I get my own way in the end.” — Margaret Thatcher.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies
- Literature: Book of Job (Bible) - The original tale of patience and faith.
- Book: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl - Exploring endurance through a Holocaust survivor’s eyes.
- Song: “The Long and Winding Road” by The Beatles - A ballad of perseverance.
- Poetry: If by Rudyard Kipling - A tribute to resilience and patience.
- Movie: The Pursuit of Happyness - A cinematic journey of enduring struggle and ultimate triumph.
Inspirational Thought
“To lose patience is to lose the battle.” — Mahatma Gandhi
Thank you for exploring “The Patience of Job” with me. May you find the strength to bear your burdens and come out shining brighter than before.
### Which phrase is about tolerating pain or misfortune?
- [ ] Scream and shout
- [x] Grin and bear it
- [ ] Laugh out loud
- [ ] Jump for joy
> **Explanation:** "Grin and bear it" is about enduring pain or trouble with a positive demeanor. The other phrases are about different reactions, usually more expressive.
### Which of these is an antonym of patience?
- [ ] Perseverance
- [ ] Forbearance
- [ ] Endurance
- [x] Impatience
> **Explanation:** "Impatience" is the opposite of patience. The other options are synonymous with patience and enduring difficulties.
### True or False: 'The patience of Job' is derived from a Shakespearean play
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** While Shakespeare did reference Job's patience, the idiom itself originates from the Old Testament Book of Job.
