4. But you, however, are inventors of lies;all of you are worthless physicians!
5. If only you would keep completely silent!For you, that would be wisdom.
6. “Listen now to my argument,and be attentive to my lips’ contentions.
7. Will you speak wickedly on God’s behalf?Will you speak deceitfully for him?
8. Will you show him partiality?Will you argue the case for God?
9. Would it turn out well if he would examine you?Or as one deceives a man would you deceive him?
10. He would certainly rebuke youif you secretly showed partiality!
11. Would not his splendor terrify youand the fear he inspires fall on you?
12. Your maxims are proverbs of ashes;your defenses are defenses of clay.
13. “Refrain from talking with me so that I may speak;then let come to me what may.
14. Why do I put myself in peril,and take my life in my hands?
15. Even if he slays me, I will hope in him;I will surely defend my ways to his face!
16. Moreover, this will become my deliverance,for no godless person would come before him.
17. Listen carefully to my words;let your ears be attentive to my explanation.
18. See now, I have prepared my case;I know that I am right.