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10 If the [a]axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must [b]exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of giving success. 11 If the serpent bites [c](A)before being charmed, there is no advantage for the charmer. 12 (B)Words from the mouth of a wise man are gracious, but the lips of a (C)fool swallow him up;

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  1. Ecclesiastes 10:10 Lit iron
  2. Ecclesiastes 10:10 Lit strengthen
  3. Ecclesiastes 10:11 Lit without enchantment