Psalm 49:3-5

International Standard Version

³ My mouth will speak wisely,
    and I will understand what I think about.
⁴ I will focus my attention on^[a] a proverb;
    I will use the harp to expound my riddle.
⁵ Why should I be afraid when evil days come my way,
    when the wickedness of those who deceive me surrounds me—