King James Version
psalm 49:5 in the King James Version says “Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?” — study this verse from psalm chapter 49 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?”
psalm 49:5 · KJV
My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.
I will incline mine ear to a parable: I will open my dark saying upon the harp.
Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?
They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches;
None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him:
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