17. Listen closely to my words, and with your ears to what I say.
18. Look, please, I have prepared my case, I know that I am in the right.
19. Who is he who would strive with me? For then I would keep silent and die.
20. Only two matters do not do to me, then I am not hidden from Your face:
21. Withdraw Your hand far from me, and let not dread of You make me afraid.
22. Then call, and let me answer; or let me speak, and You reply to me.
23. How many are my crookednesses and sins? Let me know my transgression and my sin.
24. Why do You hide Your face, and reckon me as Your enemy?
25. Would You frighten a leaf driven to and fro? And would You pursue dry stubble?