19 The caravans of Tema looked [for water], the companies of Sheba waited for them [in vain].
20 They were confounded because they had hoped [to find water]; they came there and were bitterly disappointed.
21 Now to me you are [like a dried-up brook]; you see my dismay and terror, and [believing me to be a victim of God's anger] you are afraid [to sympathize with me].
22 Did I ever say, Bring me a gift, or Pay a bribe on my account from your wealth
23 To deliver me from the adversary's hand, or Redeem me from the hand of the oppressors?
24 Teach me, and I will hold my peace; and cause me to understand wherein I have erred.
25 How forcible are words of straightforward speech! But what does your arguing argue and prove or your reproof reprove?