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Then Zophar the Naamathite replied to Job: |
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"Shouldn't someone answer this torrent of words? Is a person proved innocent just by a lot of talking? |
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Should I remain silent while you babble on? When you mock God, shouldn't someone make you ashamed? |
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You claim, 'My beliefs are pure,' and 'I am clean in the sight of God.' |
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If only God would speak; if only he would tell you what he thinks! |
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If only he would tell you the secrets of wisdom, for true wisdom is not a simple matter. Listen! God is doubtless punishing you far less than you deserve! |
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"Can you solve the mysteries of God? Can you discover everything about the Almighty? |
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Such knowledge is higher than the heavens-- and who are you? It is deeper than the underworld-- what do you know? |
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It is broader than the earth and wider than the sea. |
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If God comes and puts a person in prison or calls the court to order, who can stop him? |
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For he knows those who are false, and he takes note of all their sins. |
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An empty-headed person won't become wise any more than a wild donkey can bear a human child. |
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"If only you would prepare your heart and lift up your hands to him in prayer! |
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Get rid of your sins, and leave all iniquity behind you. |
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Then your face will brighten with innocence. You will be strong and free of fear. |
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You will forget your misery; it will be like water flowing away. |
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Your life will be brighter than the noonday. Even darkness will be as bright as morning. |
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Having hope will give you courage. You will be protected and will rest in safety. |
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You will lie down unafraid, and many will look to you for help. |
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But the wicked will be blinded. They will have no escape. Their only hope is death." |
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