24. Since the earth has been given into the hand of the impious, he covers the face of its judges; for if it is not him, then who is it?
25. My days have been swifter than a messenger; they have fled and have not seen goodness.
26. They have passed by like ships carrying fruits, just like an eagle flying to food.
27. If I say: "By no means will I speak this way." I change my face and I am tortured with sorrow.
28. I have dreaded all my works, knowing that you did not spare the offender.
29. Yet, if I am also just as impious, why have I labored in vain?