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Wisdom Comes from God

12 “Wisdom is with the ancient one.
The one who has had many days has insight.[a]
13 God has wisdom and strength.
Advice and insight are his.
14 When he tears ⌞something⌟ down, it cannot be rebuilt.
When he puts someone in prison, that person cannot be freed.

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Footnotes

  1. 12:12 Or “Wisdom is with the elderly, and understanding with those who have lived a long time.”

12 Is not wisdom found among the aged?(A)
    Does not long life bring understanding?(B)

13 “To God belong wisdom(C) and power;(D)
    counsel and understanding are his.(E)
14 What he tears down(F) cannot be rebuilt;(G)
    those he imprisons cannot be released.(H)

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