Job 12:12

With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Job 12:12

BSB
Wisdom is found with the elderly, and understanding comes with long life.
AKJV
With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding.
CPDV
In old age is wisdom, and in length of days is prudence.
ERV
With aged men is wisdom, and in length of days understanding.
NHEB
With aged men is wisdom, in length of days understanding.
SMT
With old men is wisdom, and length of days, understanding.

Commentary for Job 12:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 12:12
Summary
Elders possess accumulated knowledge
Event
Describing wisdom's sources
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Wisdom