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Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition
Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition
10 If the iron is blunt, and one does not whet the edge,
then more strength must be exerted;
but wisdom helps one to succeed.
11 If the snake bites before it is charmed,
there is no advantage in a charmer.
12 Words spoken by the wise bring them favour,
but the lips of fools consume them.
Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
New International Version
Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
New International Version
10 If the ax is dull
and its edge unsharpened,
more strength is needed,
but skill will bring success.
11 If a snake bites before it is charmed,
the charmer receives no fee.(A)
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