⁸ But it is the spirit^[a](A) in a person,
    the breath of the Almighty,^(B) that gives them understanding.^(C)
9 It is not only the old^[b] who are wise,^(D)
    not only the aged^(E) who understand what is right.^(F)

¹⁰ “Therefore I say: Listen to me;^(G)
    I too will tell you what I know.^(H)

⁴ The Spirit^(A) of God has made me;^(B)
    the breath of the Almighty^(C) gives me life.^(D)
5 Answer me^(E) then, if you can;
    stand up^(F) and argue your case before me.^(G)
6 I am the same as you in God’s sight;^(H)
    I too am a piece of clay.^(I)