Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Psalm 49:5
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Berean Standard Bible
Why should I fear in times of trouble, when wicked usurpers surround me?
King James Version
Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, [when] the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?
World English Bible
Why should I fear in the days of evil, when iniquity at my heels surrounds me?
American Standard Version
Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, When iniquity at my heels compasseth me about?
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Psalm 49
3 My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding.
4 I will incline my ear to a proverb; I will express my riddle with the harp:
5 Why should I fear in times of trouble, when wicked usurpers surround me?
6 They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches.
7 No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God.
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