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15 If God would kill me, I would have no hope left.[a]
    Nevertheless, I will defend my behavior to his face.
16 This also will be my salvation
    because no godless person could face him.

Job Speaks to God

17 “Listen carefully to my words.
    Hear my declaration.

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Footnotes

  1. Job 13:15 Or “If God would kill me, I would still have hope.”

15 Though he slay me, yet will I hope(A) in him;(B)
    I will surely[a] defend my ways to his face.(C)
16 Indeed, this will turn out for my deliverance,(D)
    for no godless(E) person would dare come before him!(F)
17 Listen carefully to what I say;(G)
    let my words ring in your ears.

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  1. Job 13:15 Or He will surely slay me; I have no hope — / yet I will