^{7 Ref} I said to myself, It is right for the old to say what is in their minds, and for those who are far on in years to give out wisdom.

^{8 Ref} But truly it is the spirit in man, even the breath of the Ruler of all, which gives them knowledge.

^{9 Ref} It is not the old who are wise, and those who are full of years have not the knowledge of what is right.

^{10 Ref} So I say, Give ear to me, and I will put forward my knowledge.