Of David. Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of them who do wrong.
The upright are appalled at this; the innocent are stirred up against the ungodly.
Be still before Adonai and wait patiently for Him. Do not fret over one prospering in his way, over one carrying out wicked schemes.
For I envied the arrogant, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
A man’s folly undermines his way, and his heart rages against Adonai.
Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be in the fear of Adonai.
Do not envy evil people, or desire to be with them,
Do not be upset because of evil people, or be envious of the wicked,
Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways.
But it will not go well with the wicked, and he will not lengthen his days like a shadow, because he does not fear God.
envy, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these. I am warning you, just as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit God’s kingdom.