3. From the womb he tried to be the oldest of twin brothers;as an adult he struggled with God.
4. He struggled with the messenger and survived;he wept and sought his favor;he met him at Bethel,and there he spoke with him.
5. The Lord God of heavenly forces,the Lord is his name!
6. But you! Return to your Godwith faithful love and justice,and wait continually for your God.
7. He is a merchant; the means to cheat are in his hands;he loves to take advantage of others.
8. Ephraim has said,"I’m rich,I’ve gained wealth for myself;in all of my gainno offense has been found in methat would be sin."