Holy Scripture
Job 12:14
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“If He break down, there is none that can build again: if He shut up a man, there is none that can open. Almighty God 'breaks down' the heart of man, when He forsakes it; He 'builds it up,' when He fills it. For He does not destroy man's soul by consummation of war, but by withdrawing Himself from it; in that when it i…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
14If he should cast down, who will build up? If he should shut up against men, who shall open?
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12In length of time is wisdom, And in long life knowledge.
13With him are wisdom and power, With him counsel and understanding.
— Job 12:14 —
15If he should withhold the water, he will dry the earth: And if he should let it loose, he overthrows and destroys it.
16With him are strength and power: He has knowledge and understanding.