16 Do not be afraid (A)when a man becomes rich,
When the [a]glory of his house is increased;
17 For when he dies he will (B)carry nothing away;
His [b]glory will not descend after him.
18 Though while he lives he (C)congratulates [c]himself—
And though men praise you when you do well for yourself—

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 49:16 Or wealth
  2. Psalm 49:17 Or wealth
  3. Psalm 49:18 Lit his soul