14. They die in youth,And their life ends among the perverted persons.
15. He delivers the poor in their affliction,And opens their ears in oppression.
16. “Indeed He would have brought you out of dire distress,Into a broad place where there is no restraint;And what is set on your table would be full of richness.
17. But you are filled with the judgment due the wicked;Judgment and justice take hold of you.
18. Because there is wrath, beware lest He take you away with one blow;For a large ransom would not help you avoid it.
19. Will your riches,Or all the mighty forces,Keep you from distress?
20. Do not desire the night,When people are cut off in their place.