For we are but of yesterday and know nothing,
    for our days on earth are (A)a shadow.
10 Will they not teach you and tell you
    and utter words out of their understanding?

11 “Can papyrus grow where there is no marsh?
    Can reeds flourish where there is no water?

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for we were born only yesterday and know nothing,(A)
    and our days on earth are but a shadow.(B)
10 Will they not instruct(C) you and tell you?
    Will they not bring forth words from their understanding?(D)
11 Can papyrus grow tall where there is no marsh?(E)
    Can reeds(F) thrive without water?

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