Psalms 49:17

“For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him.”

"For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him." - Psalms 49:17
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What does Psalms 49:17 mean?

"Psalms-49:17" in the King James Version of the Bible states, "For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him." This verse is part of a larger passage in Psalm 49 that addresses the folly of trusting in wealth and the brevity of life. The…

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The Weight of Wealth: A Reflection on Psalm 49:17

In the hustle and bustle of life, wealth and worldly possessions often become the focal points of our existence. Many spend their days chasing after material gains, believing that these triumphs will provide lasting happiness and significance. However, Psalm 49:17 reminds us of…

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A Prayer for Eternal Perspective

Heavenly Father, In this sacred moment, I come before You with a heart humbled by the profound truth of Your Word. Your scripture in Psalm 49:17 reminds me, "For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him." Lord, as I reflect upon these…

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Psalms 49:17 - "For when he dieth he shall carry nothing away: his glory shall not descend after him."
Psalms 49:8 - "(For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever:)"
"Both low and high, rich and poor, together." - Psalms 49:2
"Man that is in honour, and understandeth not, is like the beasts that perish." - Psalms 49:20
Psalms 49:6 - "They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches;"
Psalms 49:20 - "Man that is in honour, and understandeth not, is like the beasts that perish."
Psalms 49:2 - "Both low and high, rich and poor, together."
Psalms 49:13 - "This their way is their folly: yet their posterity approve their sayings. Selah."
"He shall go to the generation of his fathers; they shall never see light." - Psalms 49:19
Psalms 49:9 - "That he should still live for ever, and not see corruption."
Psalm 49:16-17 - "Do not be overawed when others grow rich, when the splendor of their houses increases; for they will take nothing with them when they die, their splendor will not descend with them."
Psalms 49:12 - "Nevertheless man being in honour abideth not: he is like the beasts that perish."
Psalms 49:3 - "My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding."
Psalms 49:1 - "Hear this, all ye people; give ear, all ye inhabitants of the world:"
Psalms 49:19 - "He shall go to the generation of his fathers; they shall never see light."
Psalms 49:16 - "Be not thou afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased;"
"(For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever:)" - Psalms 49:8
Psalms 119:49 - "Remember the word unto thy servant, upon which thou hast caused me to hope."
Psalms 17:5 - "Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not."
Psalms 89:49 - "Lord, where are thy former lovingkindnesses, which thou swarest unto David in thy truth?"
Psalms 49:15 - "But God will redeem my soul from the power of the grave: for he shall receive me. Selah."
Psalms 49:4 - "I will incline mine ear to a parable: I will open my dark saying upon the harp."
"Lord, where are thy former lovingkindnesses, which thou swarest unto David in thy truth?" - Psalms 89:49
Psalms 49:10 - "For he seeth that wise men die, likewise the fool and the brutish person perish, and leave their wealth to others."
Psalms 49:7 - "None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him:"
"But God will redeem my soul from the power of the grave: for he shall receive me. Selah." - Psalms 49:15
"I will incline mine ear to a parable: I will open my dark saying upon the harp." - Psalms 49:4
Psalms 136:17 - "To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth for ever:"
"They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches;" - Psalms 49:6