^4 (A)The Spirit of God has made me,
And the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

⁸ But there is a spirit in man,
And ^(A)the breath of the Almighty gives him understanding.

³ As long as my breath is in me,
And the breath of God in my nostrils,

¹² You have granted me life and favor,
And Your care has preserved my spirit.

³ Does it seem good to You that You should oppress,
That You should despise the work of Your hands,
And smile on the counsel of the wicked?