English Art/Literary Religion About the book of Job

The reader’s insight into the “true” state of affairs comes by the prose introduction (chs. 1–2), which helps both to nuance the content of the dialogues and to explain the outcomes in the book’s conclusion. While Job’s assertions of innocence have some justification, his ***character*** develops throughout the speeches. On the other hand, the friends may claim some kernel of truth, but despite their “orthodoxy,” the reader can make an informed judgment about how their accusations apply to Job. Thus, the Lord’s commendation of Job and instruction to the friends to beg Job’s intercession on their behalf (42:7–9) is in part explained by the context set in the opening two chapters.

What is the sense of "character" here? the qualities that form Job's nature, or Job himself as a person represented in the story?

Thank you in advance.