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?