Psalms 49:1-9 ▼

1 For the leader. A psalm of the Korahites. [2] Hear this, all you peoples! Give ear, all who inhabit the world,

2 You of lowly birth or high estate, rich and poor together.

3 My mouth shall speak words of wisdom, my heart shall offer insights.

4 I will turn my ear to a riddle, expound my question on a lyre.

5 Why should I fear in evil days, with the iniquity of my assailants surrounding me,

6 Of those who trust in their wealth and boast of their abundant riches?

7 No man can ransom even a brother, or pay to God his own ransom.

8 The redemption of his soul is costly; and he will pass away forever.

9 Will he live on forever, then, and never see the Pit of Corruption?