5 I would know the words which He would answer me, and understand what He would say unto me.
Job 23:5 Cross References - JPS_ASV_Byz
Job 10:2
2 I will say unto God: Do not condemn me; make me know wherefore Thou contendest with me.
Job 13:22-23
Job 42:2-6
2 I know that Thou canst do every thing, and that no purpose can be withholden from Thee.
3 Who is this that hideth counsel without knowledge? Therefore have I uttered that which I understood not, things too wonderful for me, which I knew not.
4 Hear, I beseech Thee, and I will speak; I will demand of Thee, and declare Thou unto me.
5 I had heard of Thee by the hearing of the ear; but now mine eye seeth Thee;
6 Wherefore I abhor my words, and repent, seeing I am dust and ashes.