And now it is true that I am thy near kinsman: howbeit there is a kinsman nearer than I.

Of a truth, LORD, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands,

I know it is so of a truth: but how should man be just with God?

No doubt but ye are the people, and wisdom shall die with you.

And be it indeed that I have erred, mine error remaineth with myself.

If indeed ye will magnify yourselves against me, and plead against me my reproach:

Yea, surely God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert judgment.

For truly my words shall not be false: he that is perfect in knowledge is with thee.

Of a truth, LORD, the kings of Assyria have laid waste all the nations, and their countries,