8. They mock, and they speak maliciously;they arrogantly threaten oppression.
9. They set their mouths against heaven,and their tongues strut across the earth.
10. Therefore His people turn to them and drink in their overflowing words.
11. The wicked say, “How can God know?Does the Most High know everything? ”
12. Look at them — the wicked!They are always at ease,and they increase their wealth.
13. Did I purify my heartand wash my hands in innocence for nothing?
14. For I am afflicted all day longand punished every morning.
15. If I had decided to say these things aloud,I would have betrayed Your people.
16. When I tried to understand all this,it seemed hopeless