1 Without the help of the Lordit is useless to build a homeor to guard a city.
2 It is useless to get up earlyand stay up latein order to earn a living.God takes care of his own,even while they sleep.
3 Children are a blessingand a gift from the Lord.
4 Having a lot of childrento take care of youin your old ageis like a warriorwith a lot of arrows.
5 The more you have,the better off you will be,because they will protect youwhen your enemiesattack you in court.