8. But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty gives him understanding.
9. Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand justice.
10. Therefore I say, Hearken to me; I also will show my opinion.
11. Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, while you searched out what to say.
12. Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, there was none of you that convinced Job, or that answered his words:
13. Lest you should say, We have found out wisdom: God vanquishes him, not man.
14. Now he has not directed his words against me: neither will I answer him with your speeches.
15. They were amazed, they answered no more: they left off speaking.
16. When I had waited, (for they spoke not, but stood still, and answered no more;)
17. I said, I will answer also my part, I also will show my opinion.