14. I put on righteousness, and it was my clothing.I practiced justice, and it was my robe and my turban.
15. I was eyes for the blind person.I was feet for the lame person.
16. I was father to the needy.I carefully investigated cases brought by strangers.
17. I broke the teeth of the wicked personand made him drop the prey out of his mouth.
18. “I thought, ‘I may die in my own house,but I will make my days as numerous as the sand.
19. My roots will grow toward the water,and dew will lie on my branches all night.
20. My power will be fresh ⌊every day⌋,and the bow in my hand will remain new.’
21. “People listened to me eagerly,quietly waiting for my advice.