Psalms 49:5

Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 49:5

BSB

Why should I fear in times of trouble, when wicked usurpers surround me?

AKJV

Why should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?

CPDV

Why should I fear in the evil day? The iniquity at my heel will surround me.

ERV

Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when iniquity at my heels compasseth me about?

NHEB

Why should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of those who deceive me surrounds me?

SMT

Wherefore shall I fear in the days of evil, the iniquity of my heel shall surround me.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 49:5

WhereforeshouldIfearH3372VerbinthedaysH3117Noun MasculineofevilH7451whentheiniquityH5771Noun MasculineofmyheelsH6120AdjectiveshallcompassH5437Verbmeabout

Commentary for Psalms 49:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 49:5

Summary

Confidence despite surrounding transgression

Event

Expression of confidence amid danger

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC