21. His flesh is consumed away that it cannot be seen,and his bones that were not seen stick out.
22. Yes, his soul draws near to the grave,and his life to the executioners.
23. If there is a messenger for him,an interpreter, one among a thousand,to show to man what is right for him,
24. then He is gracious to him, and says,‘Deliver him from going down to the pit;I have found a ransom.’
25. His flesh will be fresher than a child’s;he will return to the days of his youth;
26. he will pray to God, and He will be favorable unto him,and he will see His face with joy,for He will render unto man His righteousness.
27. Then he looks at men and says,‘I have sinned and perverted what was right,and it did not profit me.’