8. He's a companion of those who do evil. He spends his time with sinful people.
9. He asks, 'What good is it to try to please God?'
10. "So listen to me, you men who have understanding. God would never do what is evil. The Mighty One would never do what is wrong.
11. He pays a man back for what he's done. He gives him exactly what he should get.
12. It isn't possible for God to do wrong. The Mighty One would never treat people unfairly.
13. Who appointed him to rule over the earth? Who put him in charge of the whole world?
14. If he really wanted to, he could hold back his spirit and breath.
15. Then everyone would die together. They would return to the dust.
16. "Job, if you have understanding, listen to me. Pay attention to what I'm saying.
17. Can someone who hates to be fair govern? Will you bring charges against the holy and mighty One?
18. He says to kings, 'You are worthless.' He says to nobles, 'You are evil.'
19. He doesn't favor princes. He treats rich people and poor people the same. His hands created all of them.
20. They die suddenly in the middle of the night. God strikes them down, and they pass away. Those who are mighty are removed, but not by human hands.
21. "His eyes see how people live. He watches every step they take.
22. There isn't a dark place or deep shadow where those who do what is evil can hide.