3. In fact, I long to speak to the Mighty One. I want to argue my case with God.
4. But you spread lies about me and take away my good name. If you are trying to heal me, you aren't very good doctors!
5. I wish you would keep your mouths shut! Then people would think you were wise.
6. Listen to my case. Listen as I make my appeal.
7. Will you say evil things in order to help God? Will you tell lies for him?
8. Do you want to be on God's side? Will you argue his case for him?
9. Would it turn out well if he looked you over carefully? Could you fool him as you fool others?
10. He would certainly correct you if you took his side in secret.
11. Wouldn't his glory terrify you? Wouldn't the fear of him fall on you?
12. Your sayings are as useless as ashes. The answers you give are as weak as clay.
13. "So be quiet and let me speak. Then I won't care what happens to me.