¹⁶ But God says to the wicked,
    “Why do you ·talk about [recount] my ·laws [statutes; ordinances; requirements]?
    Why do you ·mention [^Llift up on your mouth] my ·agreement [covenant; treaty]?
¹⁷ You hate my ·teachings [instruction; discipline; Prov. 1:7]
    and turn your back on what I say.
¹⁸ When you see a thief, you ·join [delight in; or run with] him.
    ·You take part in adultery [Your lot/portion is with adulterers].