13 Be silent and let me speak; then let come to me what may.
14 Why should I take my flesh in my teeth and take my life in my hands?
15 Even if He slays me, I will wait for Him; I will surely defend my ways before Him.
16 This, too, will be my salvation for no godless can come before Him.
17 “Listen carefully to my words, and let my declaration be in your ears.
18 See now, I have prepared my case; I know that I will be vindicated.
19 Who will contend with me? If so, I will be silent and die.