22. After a word from me they did not speak again;my speech settled on them like dew.
23. They waited for me as for the rainand opened their mouths as for spring showers.
24. If I smiled at them, they couldn’t believe it;they were thrilled at the light of my countenance.
25. I directed their course and presided as chief.I lived as a king among his troops,like one who comforts those who mourn.