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19 The finest topaz and the purest gold
Cannot compare with the value of wisdom.

20 Where, then, is the source of wisdom?
Where can we learn to understand?
21 No living creature can see it,
Not even a bird in flight.

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19 The topaz(A) of Cush(B) cannot compare with it;
    it cannot be bought with pure gold.(C)

20 Where then does wisdom come from?
    Where does understanding dwell?(D)
21 It is hidden from the eyes of every living thing,
    concealed even from the birds in the sky.(E)

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