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Proverbs 8:11
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11 For wisdom is better than rubies,
and desirable things cannot be compared[a] to her.

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  1. Proverbs 8:11 tn The verb יִשְׁווּ (yishevu, from שָׁוָה, shavah) can be rendered “are not comparable” or with a modal nuance, “cannot be compared” with her.
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Proverbs 8:11
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11 for wisdom is more precious(A) than rubies,
    and nothing you desire can compare with her.(B)

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