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15 Perhaps he may slay me, but I have no other hope
    than to defend my conduct before him.
16 This will prove to be my salvation,
    for the godless will not dare to come before him.

I Am Certain That I Will Be Vindicated[a]

17 “Therefore, listen carefully to my words
    and give my defense a careful hearing.

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  1. Job 13:17 Before beginning his legal case against God, Job asks for a decrease in his distress and more freedom for his defense.

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