Job 17:1,2

What Job sought with tears was that God would cause his innocence to be acknowledged by God, and made manifest against men. Now he adds words in support of his prayer, or gives the reason for it. He so prays, for here in this life he has no hope of restoration. God's anger will pursue him to the grave, which is already his portion.

16:22. For a few years shall come,

And I shall go the way whence I shall not return!

17:1. My spirit is spent,

My days are extinct.

The grave is ready for me!

17:2. Surely mockeries encompass me,

And mine eye must dwell on their provocation!