The feared road

20All his days the wicked man writhes, and the number of years is hidden away for the ruthless.

21Terrifying sounds are in his ears; when he is at peace, a destroyer comes upon him.

22He does not expect to return from darkness; he is marked out for the sword.

23He wanders about in search of bread: “Where is it?” He knows that a day of darkness is ready at hand for him.

24Distress and anguish terrify him; they overpower him like a king ready for battle.

25because he has stretched out his hand against God, and has shown himself mighty against the Almighty.

26He rushes at him with neck outstretched, with the thick bosses of his shields.