⁵ “Look at the heavens and see.
Observe the clouds high above you.
⁶ If you’ve sinned, what effect can you have on God?
If you’ve done many wrongs, what can you do to him?
⁷ If you’re righteous, what can you give him,
or what can he get from you?
⁸ Your wickedness affects only someone like yourself.
Your righteousness affects only the descendants of Adam.

⁸ I am not criticizing you for your sacrifices or burnt offerings,
which are always in front of me.