OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 3

Psalms 73:3

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For I was envious of the arrogant,

when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

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Psalms 73:1–6

1

Surely God is good to Israel,

to those who are pure in heart.

2

But as for me, my feet were almost gone.

My steps had nearly slipped.

3
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For I was envious of the arrogant,

when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

4

For there are no struggles in their death,

but their strength is firm.

5

They are free from burdens of men,

neither are they plagued like other men.

6

Therefore pride is like a chain around their neck.

Violence covers them like a garment.

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