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Don`t fret yourself because of evildoers; Neither be envious of the wicked:
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A Command Against Envy
All commentators agree that this verse directly commands believers not to become emotionally disturbed or jealous at the sight of wicked people succeeding. It addresses the common temptation to question fairness when the unrighteous appear to flourish.
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19th Century
Anglican
Fret not yourself because of evil men—that is, at the sight of their prosperity, the same difficulty which occur…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Fret not yourself because of evil [men] Because of their outward prosperity and worldly happiness, any more than rej…
Presbyterian
Do not envy the wicked their prosperity; be sure there is no true happiness in it.
