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18     Perish the mention of coral and crystal;
        even more than pearls is the value of wisdom.
19     Ethiopian topaz—unequal as well;
        even gold, unalloyed, is too paltry indeed.
20     Then from where does wisdom come?
        Where does understanding dwell?

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18 Coral(A) and jasper(B) are not worthy of mention;
    the price of wisdom is beyond rubies.(C)
19 The topaz(D) of Cush(E) cannot compare with it;
    it cannot be bought with pure gold.(F)

20 Where then does wisdom come from?
    Where does understanding dwell?(G)

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