Zophar

Zophar is a name mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Job, where he is one of Job's three friends who visit him after hearing of his misfortunes. Zophar is traditionally identified as a Naamathite, indicating his place of origin or ancestry. In the narrative, Zophar is portrayed as one of the interlocutors who engages in a theological debate with Job, arguing that Job's suffering must be a result of his sins, a common ancient Near Eastern belief. The name Zophar is transliterated in Hebrew as צופר (Tzofar). In other languages, the name appears as Zophar in English, Zophar in French, and Zofar in Spanish. The discussions between Job and his friends, including Zophar, revolve around theodicy, the question of why a just God allows the righteous to suffer.