19 The caravans of Tema (desert) look for water; the travelers of Sheba (seven) hope to find it.

20 They are confounded because they had hoped; their arrival brings disappointment.

21 For now you⁺ are of no help; you⁺ see terror, and you⁺ are afraid.

22 Have I ever said, ‘Give me something; offer me a bribe from your⁺ wealth;

23 deliver me from the hand of the enemy; redeem me from the grasp of the ruthless’?

24 Teach me, and I will be silent. Help me understand how I have erred.

25 How painful are honest words! But what does your⁺ argument prove?

26 Do you⁺ intend to correct my words, and treat as wind {ruach} my cry of despair?

27 You⁺ would even cast lots for an orphan and barter away your⁺ friend.

28 But now, please look at me. Would I lie to your⁺ face?

29 Reconsider; do not be unjust. Reconsider, for my righteousness is at stake.

30 Is there iniquity on my tongue? Can my mouth not discern malice?

Job 6:19-30, Berean Annotated Bible. Public domain.
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