1. Then Eliphaz the Temanite replied:
2. “Can a person do anything to help God?Can even a wise person be helpful to him?
3. Is it any advantage to the Almighty if you are righteous?Would it be any gain to him if you were perfect?
4. Is it because you’re so pious that he accuses youand brings judgment against you?
5. No, it’s because of your wickedness!There’s no limit to your sins.
6. “For example, you must have lent money to your friendand demanded clothing as security.Yes, you stripped him to the bone.
7. You must have refused water for the thirstyand food for the hungry.