Job 21:27

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Behold, I know your thoughts, and the devices which ye wrongfully imagine against me.

When I saw those who plowed wickedness and planted misery, they gathered its harvest.

I have seen a stubborn fool take root and I quickly cursed his house.

Does God pervert justice? Does the Almighty pervert what is right?

All his days the wicked man suffers torment and the ruthless through all the years stored up for him.

The success of the wicked is brief and the joy of the godless lasts but a moment.

Jesus perceived their reasoning and said to them: Why do you reason in your hearts?

He was angry also with Job's three friends because they found no answer, though they had declared Job to be in the wrong.

I am angry with you and your two friends, because you did not speak correctly about me, as my servant Job has.

And not because any sin or any guilt on my part. They hurry to take positions against me. Wake up, and help me; see for yourself.

All your commandments are faithful. They have persecuted me with a lie; help me!

For this is to your credit to suffer wrongfully and endure grief because of your conscience toward God.

If I am condemned, why then do I labor in vain?

If you have anything to say answer me. Speak up, for I want you to be cleared.