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10 If the iron is blunt, and one does not whet the edge,
    he must put forth more strength;
    but wisdom helps one to succeed.
11 If the serpent bites before it is charmed,
    there is no advantage in a charmer.

12 The words of a wise man’s mouth win him favor,
    but the lips of a fool consume him.

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