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Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
Ecclesiastes 10:10-12
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
10 If the iron is blunt, and one does not whet the edge,
he must put forth more strength;
but wisdom helps one to succeed.
11 If the serpent bites before it is charmed,
there is no advantage in a charmer.
12 The words of a wise man’s mouth win him favor,
but the lips of a fool consume him.
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)
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSVCE)
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