14. Why do I put myself in jeopardyand take my life in my hands?
15. Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him;I will surely defend my ways to his face.
16. Indeed, this will turn out for my deliverance,for no godless person would dare come before him!
17. Listen carefully to what I say;let my words ring in your ears.
18. Now that I have prepared my case,I know I will be vindicated.
19. Can anyone bring charges against me?If so, I will be silent and die.
20. ‘Only grant me these two things, God,and then I will not hide from you: