King James Version
What Does Psalms 49:3 Mean?
“My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.”
Context
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: for: or, of
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Both low and high , rich and poor, together.
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My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.
4
I will incline mine ear to a parable: I will open my dark saying upon the harp.
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Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?
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Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**16-19. from above--**As seated on a throne, directing these terrible scenes, God--
**sent--**His hand (Psa 144:7), reached down to His humble worshipper, and delivered him.
**many waters--**calamities (Job 30:14; Psa 124:4, 5).
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Psalms 49:3 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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