13. “God does not restrain His anger; under Him the helpers of Rahab cower.
14. How then can I answer Him or choose my words with Him?
15. Even if I were right, I would not answer; I would implore the mercy of my Judge.
16. Even if I called and He answered me, I would not believe that He would listen to my voice.
17. He who crushes me with a storm and multiplies my wounds for no reason.
18. He does not allow me to catch my breath, but fills me with bitterness.
19. If it is a question of strength— certainly, He is the mighty One! If it is a matter of justice— who will summon me?
20. Even if I were innocent, my mouth would condemn me. If I were guiltless, it will declare me perverse.
21. “I am guiltless. I have no concern for myself. I despise my life.
22. It is all the same, therefore I say, ‘He destroys both the blameless and the wicked.’