1. Listen to this, all you nations. Pay attention, all you people on earth.
2. Everyone, rich and poor, listen to me.
3. I have some very wise words for you. My thoughts will give you understanding.
4. I listened to these sayings. And now, with my harp, I will sing and make the hidden meaning clear.
5. Why should I be afraid when trouble comes? There is no need to fear when evil enemies surround me.
6. They think their wealth will protect them. They brag about how rich they are.
7. But no one has enough to buy back a life, and you cannot bribe God.
8. You will never get enough money to pay for your own life.