The answer is: Seven

Job 1:2

Job, often considered a biblical superstar in wisdom literature, had the distinct pleasure (and, as it turns out, heart-wrenching trials) of being called a "blameless" and "upright" man. Before any calamity struck, he had seven sons and three daughters—a nice round number that signifies completion in biblical terms. Fun fact: the number seven pops up regularly throughout the Bible. From the seven days of creation to the seven churches in Revelation, it suggests a sense of wholeness and perfection.

Job’s children certainly lived in a well-to-do family; their pride often seen in how they feasted and celebrated. Each boy hosted his friends on designated days, proving Job's expansive network and highlight of communal ties during that time. Our friend's good fortune gives a glimpse into the depths of what later becomes tragic irony when he loses everything—all of which could remind us not just of material bonds but emotional ones too.

What’s fascinating is after Job faces his trials, we learn that he’s ultimately blessed with double the livestock and additional children. The seven more sons he receives in the end feel like a beautiful restoration but also a poignant reminder—to haunt and ponder the value of life and relations beyond mere possessions. His story impels yonder readers to question their priorities. Is fulfillment more within our families and relationships than in wealth? It’s a thought-provoking pivot in life that invites endless exploration.