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Their inward thought is, that their houses endure forever, And their dwelling places to all generations. They call their lands after their own names.
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The Illusion of Lasting Wealth
Commentators agree that this verse describes the secret, foolish belief of the wealthy: that their houses, family lines, and reputations will last forever. They set their hearts on earthly things, trying to build a permanent legacy. However, scholars like Barnes and Henry point out the futility of this, as wealth cannot save them from death or guarantee they will be remembered.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Their inward thought is — Their secret expectation and feeling is that they have secured permanency for their wealth in their own families, …
19th Century
Anglican
Their inward thought is, that their houses shall continue for ever. —These eleven words represent three in the Hebrew, an…
Baptist
Man is so fond of immortality that, while he foolishly rejects the reality of it, he clings to the name of it; and he builds a house which he ties …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Their inward thought [is, that] their houses [shall continue] for ever This is the th…
Here is a description of the spirit and way of worldly people. A person may have wealth and have their heart enlarged in love, thankfulness, and ob…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Previously, the psalmist invited the nations to rejoice and give thanks for God’s favors to His people; now, he advises them to trust in …
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