Psalms 49:2-7 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

2. Listen, no matter who you are,rich or poor.

3. I speak words of wisdom,and my thoughts make sense.

4. I have in mind a mysterythat I will explainwhile playing my harp.

5. Why should I be afraidin times of trouble,when I am surroundedby vicious enemies?

6. They trust in their richesand boast aboutall their wealth.

7. You cannot buy back your lifeor pay off God!

Psalms 49