7. “Can you solve the mysteries of God?Can you discover everything about the Almighty?
8. Such knowledge is higher than the heavens—and who are you?It is deeper than the underworld—what do you know?
9. It is broader than the earthand wider than the sea.
10. If God comes and puts a person in prisonor calls the court to order, who can stop him?
11. For he knows those who are false,and he takes note of all their sins.
12. An empty-headed person won’t become wiseany more than a wild donkey can bear a human child.
13. “If only you would prepare your heartand lift up your hands to him in prayer!
14. Get rid of your sins,and leave all iniquity behind you.
15. Then your face will brighten with innocence.You will be strong and free of fear.
16. You will forget your misery;it will be like water flowing away.
17. Your life will be brighter than the noonday.Even darkness will be as bright as morning.
18. Having hope will give you courage.You will be protected and will rest in safety.