4. I would set my cause in order before him, And fill my mouth with arguments.
5. I would know the words which he would answer me, And understand what he would say unto me.
6. Would he contend with me in the greatness of his power? Nay; but he would give heed unto me.
7. There the upright might reason with him; So should I be delivered for ever from my judge.
8. Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; And backward, but I cannot perceive him;