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Psalm 49:16-18
New English Translation
Psalm 49:16-18
New English Translation
16 Do not be afraid when a man becomes rich[a]
and his wealth multiplies.[b]
17 For he will take nothing with him when he dies;
his wealth will not follow him down into the grave.[c]
18 He pronounces this blessing on himself while he is alive:
“May men praise you, for you have done well.”
Footnotes
- Psalm 49:16 sn When a man becomes rich. Why would people fear such a development? The acquisition of wealth makes individuals powerful and enables them to oppress others (see vv. 5-6).
- Psalm 49:16 tn Heb “when the glory of his house grows great.”
- Psalm 49:17 tn Heb “his glory will not go down after him.”
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