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Whoever quarries stones will be hurt by them,
    and whoever chops wood places himself at risk.
10 If an ax becomes dull from lack of sharpening,
    then one must exert greater strength,
    but skill helps one to succeed.
11 If a snake bites because it has not been charmed,
    there is no profit for the charmer.

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Whoever quarries stones may be injured by them;
    whoever splits logs may be endangered by them.(A)

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

11 If a snake bites before it is charmed,
    the charmer receives no fee.(B)

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