47 (A)Remember [a]what my lifespan is;
For what (B)futility [b]You have created all the sons of mankind!
48 What man can live and not (C)see death?
Can he (D)save his soul from the [c]power of [d]Sheol? Selah

49 Where are Your former acts of favor, Lord,
Which You (E)swore to David in Your faithfulness?

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 89:47 Lit of what duration I am
  2. Psalm 89:47 Or have You...mankind?
  3. Psalm 89:48 Lit hand
  4. Psalm 89:48 I.e., the netherworld

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