12 Wisdom is found with the elderly,
and understanding comes with long life.(A)

13 Wisdom and strength belong to God;
counsel and understanding are His.(B)
14 Whatever He tears down cannot be rebuilt;
whoever He imprisons cannot be released.(C)

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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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