Parallel Bible results for "ecclesiastes 10:10"

Ecclesiastes 10:10

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10 If the iron hath been blunt, And he the face hath not sharpened, Then doth he increase strength, And wisdom [is] advantageous to make right.
10 If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success.
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