Those who are full hire themselves out for food,
but those who are starving hunger no more.
The woman who is childless gives birth to seven,(A)
but the woman with many sons pines away.(B)
The Lord brings death and gives life;(C)
he sends some down to Sheol, and he raises others up.(D)
The Lord brings poverty and gives wealth;(E)
he humbles and he exalts.(F)

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