A series of hardships from 2:1 to 3:6 includes the disrupted feast, the loss of his sight, and the breakdown of family harmony. The first leads to mocking comments from neighbors, the second to compassion from relatives, and the third to reproaches from his wife. The initial comment could weaken Tobit’s faith if the Scripture he recalls did not reinforce his conviction (2:5). The third, which addresses the issue of retribution, highly tests Tobit’s faith (2:14). Out of his deep anguish, the prayer in chapter 3 arises. Two clear influences shape this passage: that of Job, who is honest and innocent and faces hardships; and the post-exilic confessions, which become more meaningful when spoken by someone innocent.