Hear my words, you wise men; give ear to me, you who have knowledge.

Let us choose justice for ourselves; let us know among ourselves what is good.

Therefore listen to me, you men with heart: far be it from the Mighty God to do wickedness, and from the Almighty to do injustice.

If you have understanding, hear this; listen to the sound of my words:

I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say.