20. "The wicked man writhes in pain all his days, And numbered are the years stored up for the ruthless.
21. "Sounds of terror are in his ears; While at peace the destroyer comes upon him.
22. "He does not believe that he will return from darkness, And he is destined for the sword.
23. "He wanders about for food, saying, 'Where is it?' He knows that a day of darkness is at hand.
24. "Distress and anguish terrify him, They overpower him like a king ready for the attack,
25. Because he has stretched out his hand against God And conducts himself arrogantly against the Almighty.
26. "He rushes headlong at Him With his massive shield.
27. "For he has covered his face with his fat And made his thighs heavy with flesh.
28. "He has lived in desolate cities, In houses no one would inhabit, Which are destined to become ruins.
29. "He will not become rich, nor will his wealth endure; And his grain will not bend down to the ground.