Job 16:14-18 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

14. He smashes through me as if I were a wall. He rushes at me like a fighting man.

15. "I've sewed black cloth over my skin. All I can do is sit here in the dust.

16. My face is red from crying. I have deep circles under my eyes.

17. But I haven't harmed anyone. My prayers to God are pure.

18. "Earth, please don't cover up my blood! May God always hear my cry for help!

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