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Psalm 49:3-5
Contemporary English Version

3 I speak words of wisdom,
    and my thoughts make sense.
4 I have in mind a mystery
that I will explain
    while playing my harp.

5 Why should I be afraid
    in times of trouble,
when I am surrounded
    by vicious enemies?

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Psalm 49:3-5
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3 My mouth will speak words of wisdom;(A)
    the meditation of my heart will give you understanding.(B)
4 I will turn my ear to a proverb;(C)
    with the harp(D) I will expound my riddle:(E)

5 Why should I fear(F) when evil days come,
    when wicked deceivers surround me—

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