Psalms 49:16

Be not thou afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased;

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 49:16

BSB
Do not be amazed when a man grows rich, when the splendor of his house increases.
AKJV
Be not you afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased;
CPDV
Do not be afraid, when a man will have been made rich, and when the glory of his house will have been multiplied.
ERV
Be not thou afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased:
NHEB
Do not be afraid when a man is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased.
SMT
Thou shalt not fear when a man shall be enriched, and when the honor of his house shall be increased;

Commentary for Psalms 49:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 49:16
Summary
Don't fear wealthy people's increased status
Event
Exhorting against fear of wealthy
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Teaching