The Wrath of Elihu 1825 - 1826

"The Wrath of Elihu" (1825-1826), an engraving by William Blake, depicts a scene from the Book of Job. A young man, Elihu, stands before three older men, representing Job's friends. The central figure points upwards, surrounded by a sky full of stars. This iconic artwork, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Blake's use of intricate detail and symbolic imagery to interpret biblical narratives. The work's dramatic composition, with its contrasting figures and celestial backdrop, emphasizes the power of youth and the transformative potential of divine intervention.