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This is the destiny of those who are foolish, And of those who approve their sayings. Selah.
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The Folly of Materialism
Commentators unanimously identify the "way" of the worldly as profound folly. This foolishness lies in placing ultimate trust and hope in wealth, believing it can provide lasting security or a legacy. Scholars like Albert Barnes and Matthew Henry explain that this mindset ignores the certainty of death and the greater need for the soul's redemption, making it a foolish bargain.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
This their way is their folly—This could be understood as, "This is their way or course of life. It is their folly;" or, "Such is t…
19th Century
Anglican
This their way — that is, the folly mentioned in the (amended) preceding verse, and described in Psalm 49:11.
Is their folly
Baptist
When men have lived only for this world, and die and pass away, without any future worth the having—without any hope of heaven—yet they still repor…
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16th Century
Protestant
This their way is foolishness. Since this verse has been variously translated, I will briefly, before giving my own understanding of it, s…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
This their way [is] their folly This their last end becoming like the beasts that perish, which is the issue and eve…
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…
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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 …
