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Why should I be afraid when trouble comes?
    There is no need to fear when evil enemies surround me.
They think their wealth will protect them.
    They brag about how rich they are.
But no one has enough to buy back a life,
    and you cannot bribe[a] God.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 49:7 bribe Here, this means offering a gift or sacrifice so that God will not punish a guilty person.

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