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Psalm 49:5-7
Contemporary English Version

5 Why should I be afraid
    in times of trouble,
when I am surrounded
    by vicious enemies?
6 They trust in their riches
and brag about
    all their wealth.
7 You cannot buy back your life
    or pay off God!

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Psalm 49:5-7
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5 Why should I fear(A) when evil days come,
    when wicked deceivers surround me—
6 those who trust in their wealth(B)
    and boast(C) of their great riches?(D)
7 No one can redeem the life of another
    or give to God a ransom for them—

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