Psalms 49:16
Psalms · Old Testament · Chapter 49
“Be not thou afraid when one is made rich, when the glory of his house is increased;”Psalms 49:16
What Does Psalms 49:16 Mean?
Psalms 49:16 is found in the book of Psalms, chapter 49, verse 16 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 19 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Poverty & Wealth.
Cross-References (19)
These passages are connected to Psalms 49:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Luke 16:22“And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried;”Matthew 4:8“Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;”Psalms 37:7“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.”Jeremiah 9:23“Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches:”Luke 6:24“But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.”Psalms 37:1“Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.”Genesis 31:1“And he heard the words of Laban’s sons, saying, Jacob hath taken away all that was our father’s; and of that which was our father’s hath he gotten all this glory.”Psalms 4:6“There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.”Revelation 21:24“And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour into it.”Revelation 21:26“And they shall bring the glory and honour of the nations into it.”Esther 3:1“After these things did king Ahasuerus promote Haman the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, and advanced him, and set his seat above all the princes that were with him.”Esther 5:11“And Haman told them of the glory of his riches, and the multitude of his children, and all the things wherein the king had promoted him, and how he had advanced him above the princes and servants of the king.”Job 15:29“He shall not be rich, neither shall his substance continue, neither shall he prolong the perfection thereof upon the earth.”Job 19:9“He hath stripped me of my glory, and taken the crown from my head.”Isaiah 10:3“And what will ye do in the day of visitation, and in the desolation which shall come from far? to whom will ye flee for help? and where will ye leave your glory?”Matthew 19:23“Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.”Psalms 49:5“Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, when the iniquity of my heels shall compass me about?”Proverbs 4:7“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.”Proverbs 28:12“When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.”
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