When Jotham heard about this, he climbed to the top of Mount Gerizim and shouted,“ Listen to me, citizens of Shechem! Listen to me if you want God to listen to you!
“ Listen to my words, Job; pay attention to what I have to say.Now that I have begun to speak, let me continue.I speak with all sincerity; I speak the truth.
“ Listen closely to what I am saying. That’s one consolation you can give me.Bear with me, and let me speak. After I have spoken, you may resume mocking me.