8. But it is the Spirit of Almighty Godthat comes to human beings and gives them wisdom.
9. It is not growing old that makes people wiseor helps them to know what is right.
10. So now I want you to listen to me;let me tell you what I think.
11. I listened patiently while you were speakingand waited while you searched for wise phrases.
12. I paid close attention and heard you fail;you have not disproved what Job has said.
13. How can you claim you have discovered wisdom?God must answer Job, for you have failed.
14. Job was speaking to you, not to me,but I would never answer as you did.
15. Words have failed them, Job;they have no answer for you.
16. Shall I go on waiting when they are silent?They stand there with nothing more to say.
17. No, I will give my own answer nowand tell you what I think.
18. I can hardly wait to speak.I can't hold back the words.
19. If I don't get a chance to speak,I will burst like a wineskin full of new wine.
20. I can't stand it; I have to speak.