12 You are always righteous,^(A) Lord,
    when I bring a case^(B) before you.
Yet I would speak with you about your justice:^(C)
    Why does the way of the wicked prosper?^(D)
    Why do all the faithless live at ease?

¹⁷ Do not let your heart envy^(A) sinners,
    but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord.

¹ Do not fret because of those who are evil
    or be envious^(A) of those who do wrong;^(B)

24 Do not envy^(A) the wicked,
    do not desire their company;