9. They speak as if they rule in heaven,and lay claim to the earth.
10. Therefore they have more than enough food to eat,and even suck up the water of the sea.
11. They say, “How does God know what we do?Is the sovereign one aware of what goes on?”
12. Take a good look! This is what the wicked are like,those who always have it so easy and get richer and richer.
13. I concluded, “Surely in vain I have kept my motives pureand maintained a pure lifestyle.
14. I suffer all day long,and am punished every morning.”
15. If I had publicized these thoughts,I would have betrayed your loyal followers.
16. When I tried to make sense of this,it was troubling to me.
17. Then I entered the precincts of God’s temple,and understood the destiny of the wicked.
18. Surely you put them in slippery places;you bring them down to ruin.
19. How desolate they become in a mere moment!Terrifying judgments make their demise complete!
20. They are like a dream after one wakes up.O Lord, when you awake you will despise them.
21. Yes, my spirit was bitter,and my insides felt sharp pain.
22. I was ignorant and lacked insight;I was as senseless as an animal before you.
23. But I am continually with you;you hold my right hand.
24. You guide me by your wise advice,and then you will lead me to a position of honor.