Psalms 49:11
“Their inward thought is, that their houses shall continue for ever, and their dwelling places to all generations; they call their lands after their own names.”
Psalms 49:11 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Their inward thought is, that their houses shall continue for ever, and their dwelling places to all generations; they call their lands after their own names.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- and their sepulchres shall be their houses for ever. Their dwelling places to all generations: they have called their lands by their names.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Their inward thought is, that their houses'shall continue for ever, And their dwelling-places to all generations; They call their lands after their own names.
- DARBYDarby
- Their inward thought is, that their houses are for ever,their dwelling-places from generation to generation: they call the lands after their own names.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Their inward thought is that their houses will endure forever, and their dwelling places to all generations. They name their lands after themselves.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Their heart is: Their houses are to the age, Their tabernacles to all generations. They proclaimed their names over the lands.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Their inward thought is that their houses will last forever, their dwelling places for all generations; they name their lands after themselves.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Their inward thought is that their houses will last forever, their dwelling places for all generations; they name their lands after themselves.
Context: Psalms 49
9That he should still live for ever, and not see corruption.
10For he seeth that wise men die, likewise the fool and the brutish person perish, and leave their wealth to others.
11Their inward thought is, that their houses shall continue for ever, and their dwelling places to all generations; they call their lands after their own names.
12Nevertheless man being in honour abideth not: he is like the beasts that perish.
13This their way is their folly: yet their posterity approve their sayings. Selah.
About Psalms 49: The Folly of Trusting in Wealth
Psalm 49 is a poetic reminder that wealth and riches cannot save us from death. The psalmist urges everyone, from the lowly to the wealthy, to pay attention and understand the fleeting nature of life. They encourage listeners to trust in God rather than material possessions, as wealth can never truly bring eternal security.
Commentary
The psalmist begins with an attention-grabbing message: "Hear this, all peoples; give ear, all inhabitants of the world" (verse 1). They then explain that the rich and poor alike will face death (verses 6-10). The psalmist reminds us that no amount of wealth or status can prevent death, and encourages us not to fear those who seem to have more possessions (verses 16-17).The psalmist offers words of hope in the midst of this message of warning. They confidently state that God will redeem us from the power of the grave (verse 15), and that our righteousness will shine like the sun (verse 19). Moreover, they conclude by encouraging listeners to focus on what matters most: trusting in God and living a life that pleases Him.Psalm 49 serves as a sobering reminder that no amount of wealth, power, or status can offer eternal security. Our only hope is in God, who alone can redeem us from the grave and offer us true life. Let us then trust in God rather than in our possessions, for it is He who holds our future in His hands.