1 Ephraim feeds on wind,

2 The LORD also has a controversy with Judah,

3 In the womb he took his brother by the heel,

4 Indeed, he struggled with the angel, and prevailed;

5 even the LORD, the God of Armies.

6 Therefore turn to your God.

7 A merchant has dishonest scales in his hand.

8 Ephraim said, “Surely I have become rich.

9 “But I am the LORD your God from the land of Egypt.

10 I have also spoken to the prophets,

11 If Gilead is wicked,

12 Jacob fled into the country of Aram.

13 By a prophet the LORD brought Israel up out of Egypt,

14 Ephraim has bitterly provoked anger.