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For he seeth that wise men die, likewise the fool and the brutish person perish, and leave their wealth to others.

Psalms 49:10

The Folly of Trusting in Riches

I. In context 5,439 passages · 1,189 chapters

The Passage Psalms 49:5-12

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

6 They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches;

7 None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him:

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The Chapter Psalms 49

1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. Hear this, all ye people; give ear, all ye inhabitants of the world:

2 Both low and high, rich and poor, together.

3 My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.

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II. Study deeper 1,057 articles

Key People of the Bible (Character Studies) The Rich Fool: A Parable Character Study Luke 12:16–21 as a monologue: the man's soliloquy is all I and my, and God's verdict names him a fool for laying up treasure and not being rich toward God. Begin reading

Parables & Miracles of Jesus The Parable of the Rich Fool Overviews of Each Book of the Bible An Introduction to Ecclesiastes: The Search for Meaning Listicle and Comparative Topics The Spectrum of Wisdom: How Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Job Form the Complete Biblical View of Life Deeper Dives into Specific Passages & Chapters The Message of Ecclesiastes 12: "Remember Your Creator"

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