26. In full view of the public, He strikes them for their wickedness,
27. because they turned aside from following Himand did not understand any of His ways
28. but caused the poor to cry out to Him,and He heard the outcry of the afflicted.
29. But when God is silent, who can declare Him guilty?When He hides His face, who can see Him?Yet He watches over both individuals and nations,
30. so that godless men should not ruleor ensnare the people.
31. Suppose someone says to God,“I have endured my punishment;I will no longer act wickedly.