10 If the [a]axe is dull and he does not sharpen its [b]edge, then he must exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of bringing success.

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Footnotes

  1. Ecclesiastes 10:10 Lit iron
  2. Ecclesiastes 10:10 Lit faces

10 If the ax is dull
    and its edge unsharpened,
more strength is needed,
    but skill will bring success.

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