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11 They dig to the sources of[a] rivers
And bring to light what is hidden.
12 (A)But where can wisdom be found?
Where can we learn to understand?

13 (B)Wisdom is not to be found among mortals;
No one knows its true value.

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  1. Job 28:11 Some ancient translations dig to the sources of; Hebrew bind from trickling.

11 They search[a] the sources of the rivers(A)
    and bring hidden things(B) to light.

12 But where can wisdom be found?(C)
    Where does understanding dwell?(D)
13 No mortal comprehends its worth;(E)
    it cannot be found in the land of the living.(F)

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Footnotes

  1. Job 28:11 Septuagint, Aquila and Vulgate; Hebrew They dam up