18. See now, I have prepared my case;I know that I will be justified.
19. Who is he who will plead with me?For now, if I hold my tongue, I will give up my breath.
20. “Only grant me two things,then I will not hide myself from You:
21. Withdraw Your hand far from me,and let not the dread of You make me afraid.
22. Then call, and I will answer;or let me speak, and You answer me.
23. How many are my iniquities and sins?Make known to me my transgression and my sin.