29. When he giveth quietness, who then can condemn? And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? Alike whether it be done unto a nation, or unto a man:
30. That the godless man reign not, That there be none to ensnare the people.
31. For hath any said unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will not offend any more:
32. That which I see not teach thou me: If I have done iniquity, I will do it no more?
33. Shall his recompense be as thou wilt, that thou refusest it? For thou must choose, and not I: Therefore speak what thou knowest.
34. Men of understanding will say unto me, Yea, every wise man that heareth me: