1. But now, listen to me, Job;pay attention to all my words.
2. Notice that I am opening my mouth;my tongue is speaking in my mouth.
3. My words come from a virtuous heart;my lips speak knowledge clearly.
4. God’s spirit made me;the Almighty’s breath enlivens me.
5. If you are able, answer me;lay out your case before me and take a stand.
6. Notice that I’m just like you to God;I also was pinched from clay.
7. Surely fear of me shouldn’t scare you;my pressure on you shouldn’t be heavy.
8. You certainly said in my hearing;I heard the sound of your words:
9. "I’m pure, without sin;I’m innocent, without offense.
10. Notice that he invents arguments against me;he considers me his enemy,
11. ties up my feet,watches all my paths."
12. Now you’re wrong about this; I’ll answer you,for God is greater than anybody.
13. Why do you contend with him,saying that he doesn’t answer all your words?