18 No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls: for the price of wisdom is above rubies.

19 The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold.

20 Whence then cometh wisdom? and where is the place of understanding?

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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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