Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
Though . . . lived, etc.—literally, "For in his life he blessed his soul," or, "himself" (Luke 12:19, Luke 16:25); yet (Psalms 49:19); he has had his portion.
men will praise . . . thyself—Flatterers enhance the rich fool's self-complacency; the form of address to him strengthens the emphasis of the sentiment.
applies this instruction. Be not anxious (Psalms 37:1, etc.), since death cuts off the prosperous wicked whom you dread.
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