5 If only you would shut upand let that be your wisdom!
6 Hear now my argument,and listen to my defense.
7 Would you testify unjustly on God’s behalfor speak deceitfully for Him?
8 Would you show partiality to Himor argue the case in His defense?
9 Would it go well if He examined you?Could you deceive Him as you would deceive a man?
10 Surely He would rebuke youif you secretly showed partiality.
11 Would God’s majesty not terrify you? Would His dread not fall on you?