Now Elihu had waited before speaking to Job, because the others were older than he was.

The enemy’s cities have been reduced to permanent ruins; you destroyed their cities; all memory of the enemies has perished.

Terrify them, Lord! Let the nations know they are mere mortals! (Selah)

When evil men attack me to devour my flesh, when my adversaries and enemies attack me, they stumble and fall.

Reveal your light and your faithfulness! They will lead me, they will escort me back to your holy hill, and to the place where you live.

They stalk and lurk; they watch my every step, as they prepare to take my life.

They wander around looking for something to eat; they refuse to sleep until they are full.

They will perish, but you will endure. They will wear out like a garment; like clothes you will remove them and they will disappear.

Wine is a mocker and strong drink is a brawler; whoever goes astray by them is not wise.

So I considered those who are dead and gone more fortunate than those who are still alive.

He said, “Certainly they will be my people, children who are not disloyal.” He became their deliverer.

The Lord commanded the enemy, “March through the vineyards of Israel and Judah and ruin them. But do not destroy them completely. Strip off their branches for these people do not belong to the Lord.

I reported, “All of them are the most stubborn of rebels! They are as hard as bronze or iron. They go about telling lies. They all deal corruptly.

Do you see what they are doing in the towns of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem?

Listen to what they are saying to me. They are saying, “Where are the things the Lord threatens us with? Come on! Let’s see them happen!”

You must speak my words to them whether they listen or not, for they are rebellious.

He said to me, “You will see them practicing even greater abominations!”

The leaders of Sidon and Arvad were your rowers; your skilled men, O Tyre, were your captains.

Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your clients; they exchanged slaves and bronze items for your merchandise.

Arabia and all the princes of Kedar were your trade partners; for lambs, rams, and goats they traded with you.