Job continues his response to Zophar, expressing his desire to speak directly with God and reason with Him. He accuses his friends of being forgers of lies and worthless physicians. Job asserts his own wisdom and understanding, and challenges their mockery of God. He requests that they listen to his reasoning and pleadings. Job questions their acceptance of God's person and their contention on God's behalf. He recognizes God's greatness and acknowledges his own mortality and sinfulness. Despite his suffering, Job maintains his trust in God and desires to maintain his integrity before Him. He asks God to reveal his iniquities and sins, feeling that God is treating him as an enemy.