The spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life.

If thou canst answer me, set thy words in order before me, stand up.

Behold, I am according to thy wish in God's stead: I also am formed out of the clay.

Behold, my terror shall not make thee afraid, neither shall my hand be heavy upon thee.

Surely thou hast spoken in mine hearing, and I have heard the voice of thy words, saying,

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The Spirit(A) of God has made me;(B)
    the breath of the Almighty(C) gives me life.(D)
Answer me(E) then, if you can;
    stand up(F) and argue your case before me.(G)
I am the same as you in God’s sight;(H)
    I too am a piece of clay.(I)
No fear of me should alarm you,
    nor should my hand be heavy on you.(J)

“But you have said in my hearing—
    I heard the very words—

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