Schaff's Bible Dictionary
IX. Humiliation of Job and penitent confession of his sin and folly, Job 42:1-6. The Epilogue, or historical conclusion, Job 42:7-17. Vindication of Job before his friends, Job 42:7-10; the restoration of his former dignity and honor, Job 42:11-12; the doubling of his former earthly prosperity and happiness, Job 42:12-17.