Verse 3
For I was envious of the arrogant, When I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
Referenced Verses
- Job 21:7 : 7 "Why do the wicked live, Become old, yes, and grow mighty in power?
- Ps 37:1 : 1 > Don't fret because of evil-doers, Neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness.
- Jer 12:1 : 1 Righteous are you, Yahweh, when I contend with you; yet would I reason the cause with you: why does the way of the wicked prosper? why are all they at ease who deal very treacherously?
- Ps 37:7 : 7 Rest in Yahweh, and wait patiently for him. Don't fret because of him who prospers in his way, Because of the man who makes wicked plots happen.
- Prov 23:17 : 17 Don't let your heart envy sinners; But rather fear Yahweh all the day long.
- Prov 24:1 : 1 Don't be envious of evil men; Neither desire to be with them:
- Jas 4:5 : 5 Or do you think that the Scripture says in vain, "The Spirit who lives in us yearns jealously"?
- Prov 3:31 : 31 Don't envy the man of violence. Choose none of his ways.