Psalms 49:16

NETBible

Do not be afraid when a man becomes rich 1  and his wealth multiplies! 2 

NIV ©

Do not be overawed when a man grows rich, when the splendour of his house increases;

NASB ©

Do not be afraid when a man becomes rich, When the glory of his house is increased;

NLT ©

So don’t be dismayed when the wicked grow rich, and their homes become ever more splendid.

MSG ©

So don't be impressed with those who get rich and pile up fame and fortune.

BBE ©

Have no fear when wealth comes to a man, and the glory of his house is increased;

NRSV ©

Do not be afraid when some become rich, when the wealth of their houses increases.

NKJV ©

Do not be afraid when one becomes rich, When the glory of his house is increased;

KJV
Be not thou afraid
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when one
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when the glory
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is increased
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NASB ©
Do not be afraid
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LXXM
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N-NSM
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CONJ
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N-NSF
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T-GSM
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N-GSM
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D-GSM
NET [draft] ITL
Do not
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be afraid
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when a man
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becomes rich
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and his wealth
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multiplies
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!
HEBREW
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(49:16)
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NETBible

Do not be afraid when a man becomes rich 1  and his wealth multiplies! 2 

NET Notes

1 sn When a man becomes rich. Why would people fear such a development? The acquisition of wealth makes individuals powerful and enables them to oppress others (see vv. 5-6).

2 tn Heb “when the glory of his house grows great.”