^{6 Ref} For he says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth;' Likewise to the shower of rain, And to the showers of his mighty rain.

^{7 Ref} He seals up the hand of every man, That all men whom he has made may know it.

^{8 Ref} Then the animals take cover, And remain in their dens.

^{9 Ref} Out of its chamber comes the storm, And cold out of the north.

^{10 Ref} By the breath of God, ice is given, And the breadth of the waters is frozen.

^{11 Ref} Yes, he loads the thick cloud with moisture. He spreads abroad the cloud of his lightning.

^{12 Ref} It is turned round about by his guidance, That they may do whatever he commands them On the surface of the habitable world,

^{13 Ref} Whether it is for correction, or for his land, Or for loving kindness, that he causes it to come.