16 Do not be afraid (A)when a person becomes rich,
When the splendor of his house is increased;
17 For when he dies, he will (B)take nothing with him;
His [a]wealth will not descend after him.
18 Though while he lives he (C)congratulates [b]himself—
And though people praise you when you do well for yourself—
19 [c]He will (D)go to the generation of his fathers;
They will never see (E)the light.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 49:17 Lit glory
  2. Psalm 49:18 Lit his soul
  3. Psalm 49:19 Lit You; or It

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