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always at ease, they increase in riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/73.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked—always carefree as they increase their wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/73.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these <i>are</i> the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase <i>in</i> riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/73.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Behold, these <i>are</i> the ungodly, Who are always at ease; They increase <i>in</i> riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/73.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; And always at ease, they have increased <i>in</i> wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/73.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; And always at ease, they have increased in wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/73.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; And always at ease, they have increased <i>in</i> wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/73.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; And always at ease, they have increased <i>in</i> wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/73.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the ungodly, Who always prosper <i>and</i> are at ease [in the world]; they have increased in wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/73.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Look at them—the wicked! They are always at ease, and they increase their wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/73.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Look at them—the wicked! They are always at ease, and they increase their wealth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/73.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; And, being alway at ease, they increase in riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/73.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Yet all goes well for them, and they live in peace. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/73.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked; and, being alway at ease, they increase in riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/73.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Look how wicked they are! They never have a worry. They grow more and more wealthy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/73.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />That is what the wicked are like. They have plenty and are always getting more. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/73.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Just look at these wicked people! They're perpetually carefree as they increase their wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/73.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Take a good look! This is what the wicked are like, those who always have it so easy and get richer and richer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/73.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Look, these are the wicked. Being always at ease, they increase in riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/73.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/73.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked—always carefree as they increase their wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/73.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the wicked. Being always at ease, they increase in riches. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/73.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, these [are] the wicked and easy ones of the age, "" They have increased strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/73.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Lo, these are the wicked and easy ones of the age, They have increased strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/73.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Behold, these the unjust, and they being secure of the world increased riches.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/73.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Behold these are sinners; and yet abounding in the world they have obtained riches. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/73.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 72:12>Behold, these are sinners, and, abounding in this age, they have obtained riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/73.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Such, then, are the wicked, always carefree, increasing their wealth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/73.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Such are the wicked; always at ease, they increase in riches.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/73.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they are strong in power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/73.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Behold, these wicked ones are prosperous in the world and are strong in power.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/73.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Behold, such are the wicked; And they that are always at ease increase riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/73.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Behold, these <i>are</i> the sinners, and they that prosper always: they have possessed wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/73-12.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=8872" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/73.htm">Endow the King with Your Justice</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">11</span>The wicked say, “How can God know? Does the Most High have knowledge?” <span class="reftext">12</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2009.htm" title="2009: hin·nêh- (Interjection) -- Lo! behold! Prolongation for hen; lo!">Behold,</a> <a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: ’êl·leh (Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">these are</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rə·šā·‘îm (Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">the wicked—</a> <a href="/hebrew/5769.htm" title="5769: ‘ō·w·lām (N-ms) -- Long duration, antiquity, futurity. ">always</a> <a href="/hebrew/7961.htm" title="7961: wə·šal·wê (Conj-w:: Adj-mpc) -- Quiet, at ease. Or shaleyv; feminine shlevah; from shalah; tranquil; careless; abstractly, security.">carefree</a> <a href="/hebrew/7685.htm" title="7685: hiś·gū- (V-Hifil-Perf-3cp) -- To grow, increase. A primitive root; to enlarge.">as they increase</a> <a href="/hebrew/2428.htm" title="2428: ḥā·yil (N-ms) -- From chuwl; probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength.">their wealth.</a> </span><span class="reftext">13</span>Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure; in innocence I have washed my hands.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/21-7.htm">Job 21:7-13</a></span><br />Why do the wicked live on, growing old and increasing in power? / Their descendants are established around them, and their offspring before their eyes. / Their homes are safe from fear; no rod of punishment from God is upon them. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1-2</a></span><br />Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease? / You planted them, and they have taken root. They have grown and produced fruit. You are ever on their lips, but far from their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/malachi/3-15.htm">Malachi 3:15</a></span><br />So now we call the arrogant blessed. Not only do evildoers prosper, they even test God and escape.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Psalm 37:7</a></span><br />Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when men prosper in their ways, when they carry out wicked schemes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-6.htm">Psalm 49:6-12</a></span><br />They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God. / For the redemption of his soul is costly, and never can payment suffice, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/8-14.htm">Ecclesiastes 8:14</a></span><br />There is a futility that is done on the earth: There are righteous men who get what the actions of the wicked deserve, and there are wicked men who get what the actions of the righteous deserve. I say that this too is futile.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 9:2-3</a></span><br />It is the same for all: There is a common fate for the righteous and the wicked, for the good and the bad, for the clean and the unclean, for the one who sacrifices and the one who does not. As it is for the good, so it is for the sinner; as it is for the one who makes a vow, so it is for the one who refuses to take a vow. / This is an evil in everything that is done under the sun: There is one fate for everyone. Furthermore, the hearts of men are full of evil and madness while they are alive, and afterward they join the dead.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/1-13.htm">Habakkuk 1:13</a></span><br />Your eyes are too pure to look upon evil, and You cannot tolerate wrongdoing. So why do You tolerate the faithless? Why are You silent while the wicked swallow up those more righteous than themselves?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-16.htm">Luke 12:16-21</a></span><br />Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ / Then he said, ‘This is what I will do: I will tear down my barns and will build bigger ones, and there I will store up all my grain and my goods. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-1.htm">James 5:1-6</a></span><br />Come now, you who are rich, weep and wail over the misery to come upon you. / Your riches have rotted and moths have eaten your clothes. / Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and consume your flesh like fire. You have hoarded treasure in the last days. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-9.htm">1 Timothy 6:9-10</a></span><br />Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-45.htm">Matthew 5:45</a></span><br />that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-32.htm">Proverbs 1:32</a></span><br />For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-31.htm">Proverbs 3:31-32</a></span><br />Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways; / for the LORD detests the perverse, but He is a friend to the upright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Proverbs 11:28</a></span><br />He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.</p><p class="hdg">these</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-35.htm">Psalm 37:35</a></b></br> I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay tree.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/52-7.htm">Psalm 52:7</a></b></br> Lo, <i>this is</i> the man <i>that</i> made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, <i>and</i> strengthened himself in his wickedness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/12-1.htm">Jeremiah 12:1,2</a></b></br> Righteous <i>art</i> thou, O LORD, when I plead with thee: yet let me talk with thee of <i>thy</i> judgments: Wherefore doth the way of the wicked prosper? <i>wherefore</i> are all they happy that deal very treacherously? … </p><p class="hdg">prosper</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/73-3.htm">Psalm 73:3</a></b></br> For I was envious at the foolish, <i>when</i> I saw the prosperity of the wicked.</p><p class="hdg">they</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/17-14.htm">Psalm 17:14</a></b></br> From men <i>which are</i> thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, <i>which have</i> their portion in <i>this</i> life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid <i>treasure</i>: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their <i>substance</i> to their babes.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/62-10.htm">Psalm 62:10</a></b></br> Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart <i>upon them</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/5-17.htm">Jeremiah 5:17,28</a></b></br> And they shall eat up thine harvest, and thy bread, <i>which</i> thy sons and thy daughters should eat: they shall eat up thy flocks and thine herds: they shall eat up thy vines and thy fig trees: they shall impoverish thy fenced cities, wherein thou trustedst, with the sword… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/72-19.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/49-9.htm">Alway</a> <a href="/psalms/71-14.htm">Always</a> <a href="/ezekiel/23-42.htm">Carefree</a> <a href="/psalms/30-6.htm">Ease</a> <a href="/2_kings/20-10.htm">Easy</a> <a href="/psalms/33-7.htm">Heap</a> <a href="/psalms/72-17.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/psalms/69-27.htm">Increased</a> <a href="/psalms/72-2.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/psalms/51-18.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/psalms/62-10.htm">Riches</a> <a href="/psalms/51-13.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/psalms/73-4.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/72-15.htm">Times</a> <a href="/psalms/53-5.htm">Ungodly</a> <a href="/psalms/62-10.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/psalms/73-3.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/psalms/50-12.htm">World</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/73-26.htm">Age</a> <a href="/psalms/119-112.htm">Alway</a> <a href="/psalms/73-23.htm">Always</a> <a href="/ezekiel/23-42.htm">Carefree</a> <a href="/psalms/119-45.htm">Ease</a> <a href="/psalms/123-4.htm">Easy</a> <a href="/psalms/78-13.htm">Heap</a> <a href="/psalms/78-46.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/psalms/105-24.htm">Increased</a> <a href="/psalms/74-19.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/psalms/118-25.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/psalms/104-24.htm">Riches</a> <a href="/psalms/75-4.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/psalms/73-26.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/77-5.htm">Times</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-31.htm">Ungodly</a> <a href="/psalms/76-5.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/psalms/74-19.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/psalms/77-18.htm">World</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 73</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/73-1.htm">The prophet, prevailing in a temptation</a></span><br><span class="reftext">2. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/73-2.htm">Shows the occasion thereof, the prosperity of the wicked</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/73-13.htm">The wound given thereby, diffidence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/73-15.htm">The victory over it, knowledge of God's purpose.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, the term "wicked" often refers to those who live in opposition to God's laws and righteousness. The psalmist is observing the apparent prosperity of those who do not follow God's ways. This observation is a common theme in wisdom literature, such as in the Book of Job and Ecclesiastes, where the prosperity of the wicked is contrasted with the suffering of the righteous. The psalmist's use of "behold" serves to emphasize the surprising and troubling nature of this reality.<p><b>always carefree—</b><br>The phrase "always carefree" suggests a life without the burdens or concerns that typically accompany moral and spiritual accountability. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, a carefree life was often associated with divine blessing, yet here it is paradoxically attributed to the wicked. This observation challenges the traditional understanding of retributive justice, where the righteous are rewarded, and the wicked are punished. The psalmist is grappling with the apparent contradiction between the prosperity of the wicked and the suffering of the righteous, a theme that is also explored in the Book of Habakkuk.<p><b>as they increase their wealth.</b><br>The increase of wealth among the wicked is a central concern of the psalmist. In the historical context, wealth was often seen as a sign of God's favor, yet here it is possessed by those who defy Him. This accumulation of wealth by the wicked is a source of distress for the psalmist, as it seems to contradict the covenantal promises of blessing for obedience found in the Torah. The psalmist's lament echoes the sentiments found in other scriptures, such as <a href="/jeremiah/12.htm">Jeremiah 12:1-2</a>, where the prosperity of the wicked is questioned. This phrase also foreshadows the New Testament teachings of Jesus, who warns against the deceitfulness of riches and the difficulty for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of God (<a href="/matthew/19-23.htm">Matthew 19:23-24</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist (Asaph)</a></b><br>Asaph, a prominent Levite musician and seer in King David's court, is traditionally credited with writing <a href="/bsb/psalms/73.htm">Psalm 73</a>. He reflects on the prosperity of the wicked and his own struggles with envy and faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>This term refers to those who live in opposition to God's ways, often characterized by moral corruption and a lack of reverence for God. In this context, they are described as prospering materially despite their unrighteousness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sanctuary_of_god.htm">The Sanctuary of God</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in verse 12, the sanctuary plays a crucial role in the psalm as the place where Asaph gains understanding of the fate of the wicked (verse 17).<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_apparent_injustice.htm">Understanding Apparent Injustice</a></b><br>The prosperity of the wicked can be a stumbling block for believers. It is important to remember that earthly success does not equate to divine approval.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a></b><br>Asaph's struggle is resolved when he enters the sanctuary and gains an eternal perspective. Believers are encouraged to seek God's presence for clarity and understanding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_justice.htm">Trust in God's Justice</a></b><br>God's justice may not be immediate, but it is certain. Trusting in His timing and righteousness is crucial for maintaining faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_against_envy.htm">Guarding Against Envy</a></b><br>Envy can lead to spiritual discontentment. Believers should focus on their relationship with God rather than comparing themselves to others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/contentment_in_god.htm">Contentment in God</a></b><br>True contentment comes from a relationship with God, not from material wealth or success. Believers are called to find their satisfaction in Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_73.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 73</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_73_12_conflict_with_history.htm">Psalm 73:12 implies the wicked live untroubled lives—does this conflict with historical records of corrupt nations eventually falling apart? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_the_wicked_prosper_in_divine_justice.htm">Ecclesiastes 8:12–13 implies that the wicked might sometimes prosper; how does that align with other biblical promises of divine justice? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_job_5_3_show_a_fool's_brief_rise.htm">In Job 5:3, how could a fool suddenly flourish only to be cursed, and does this reflect any historical or archeological anomaly? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_52_6-7_with_evildoers'_prosperity.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 52:6-7 with other biblical texts that show evildoers prospering instead of being mocked?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/73.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 12.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world;</span> rather, <span class="accented">and they prosper always. <span class="cmt_word"></span>They increase in riches.</span> This is the impression which the psalmist has received from the general course of human affairs in his day. It is closely allied to the view taken by Job (<a href="/job/21-7.htm">Job 21:7-15</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/73-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Behold,</span><br /><span class="heb">הִנֵּה־</span> <span class="translit">(hin·nêh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2009.htm">Strong's 2009: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">these [are]</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֥לֶּה</span> <span class="translit">(’êl·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> </span><span class="str2">These, those</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the wicked—</span><br /><span class="heb">רְשָׁעִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">always</span><br /><span class="heb">ע֝וֹלָ֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·w·lām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5769.htm">Strong's 5769: </a> </span><span class="str2">Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always</span><br /><br /><span class="word">carefree</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשַׁלְוֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šal·wê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7961.htm">Strong's 7961: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tranquil, careless, security</span><br /><br /><span class="word">as they increase</span><br /><span class="heb">הִשְׂגּוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(hiś·gū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7685.htm">Strong's 7685: </a> </span><span class="str2">To grow, increase</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their wealth.</span><br /><span class="heb">חָֽיִל׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·yil)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2428.htm">Strong's 2428: </a> </span><span class="str2">A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/73-12.htm">Psalm 73:12 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/73-12.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 73:12 Behold these are the wicked (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/73-11.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 73:11"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 73:11" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/73-13.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 73:13"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 73:13" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>