9. Which of all these does not knowthat the hand of the Lord has done this,
10. in whose hand is the life of every creatureand the breath of all the human race.
11. Does not the ear test words,as the tongue tastes food?
12. Is not wisdom found among the aged?Does not long life bring understanding?
13. “With God are wisdom and power;counsel and understanding are his.
14. If he tears down, it cannot be rebuilt;if he imprisons a person, there is no escape.
15. If he holds back the waters, then they dry up;if he releases them, they destroy the land.
16. With him are strength and prudence;both the one who goes astrayand the one who misleads are his.