^{18 Ref} Behold now, I have ordered my cause; I know that I shall be justified.

^{19 Ref} Who is he that will plead with me? for now, if I hold my tongue, I shall give up the ghost.

^{20 Ref} Only do not two things unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

^{21 Ref} Withdraw thine hand far from me: and let not thy dread make me afraid.

^{22 Ref} Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.

^{23 Ref} How many are mine iniquities and sins? make me to know my transgression and my sin.