¹⁶ I was a father to the needy;^(A)
    I took up the case^(B) of the stranger.^(C)

⁸ Speak^(A) up for those who cannot speak for themselves,
    for the rights of all who are destitute.
⁹ Speak up and judge fairly;
    defend the rights of the poor and needy.^(B)