13 People who were dying asked God to bless me. My help brought joy to widows in need.
14 Right living was my clothing. Fairness was my robe and turban.
15 I was like eyes for the blind, like feet for the crippled.
16 I was like a father to the poor. I helped people I didn’t even know win their case in court.
17 I stopped evil people from abusing their power and saved innocent people from them.
18 “I always thought I would live a long life, growing old with my family around me.
19 I was like a healthy plant with roots that have plenty of water and branches that are wet with dew.