^{22 Ref} "Yahweh possessed me in the beginning of his work, Before his deeds of old.

^{23 Ref} I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, Before the earth existed.

^{24 Ref} When there were no depths, I was brought forth, When there were no springs abounding with water.

^{25 Ref} Before the mountains were settled in place, Before the hills, I was brought forth;