1. Then Elihu continued and said,
2. “Bear with me a little longer, and I will explain, for I still have something to say on God’s behalf.
3. I will bring my knowledge from far away, and I will ascribe righteousness to my maker,
4. for truly my words are not falsehood; one who has perfect knowledge is with you.
5. Look, God is mighty but does not despise anyone; he is mighty and good in understanding.
6. He does not keep the wicked alive but grants justice to the afflicted.