¹⁰ In his hand is the life^(A) of every creature
    and the breath of all mankind.^(B)

⁸ But it is the spirit^[a](A) in a person,
    the breath of the Almighty,^(B) that gives them understanding.^(C)

⁴ The Spirit^(A) of God has made me;^(B)
    the breath of the Almighty^(C) gives me life.^(D)

¹⁴ If it were his intention
    and he withdrew his spirit^[a](A) and breath,^(B)

²⁹ When you hide your face,^(A)
    they are terrified;
when you take away their breath,
    they die and return to the dust.^(B)

¹⁶ I will not accuse^(A) them forever,
    nor will I always be angry,^(B)
for then they would faint away because of me—
    the very people^(C) I have created.