17. "For He bruises me with a tempest And multiplies my wounds without cause.
18. "He will not allow me to get my breath, But saturates me with bitterness.
19. "If it is a matter of power, behold, He is the strong one! And if it is a matter of justice, who can summon Him?
20. "Though I am righteous, my mouth will condemn me; Though I am guiltless, He will declare me guilty.
21. "I am guiltless; I do not take notice of myself; I despise my life.