Psalms 73:2-15

2But as for me, my feet almost slipped; my steps nearly went astray.

3For I envied the arrogant; I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

4They have an easy time until they die, and their bodies are well fed.

5They are not in trouble like others; they are not afflicted like most people.

6Therefore, pride is their necklace, and violence covers them like a garment.

7Their eyes bulge out from fatness; the imaginations of their hearts run wild.

8They mock, and they speak maliciously; they arrogantly threaten oppression.

9They set their mouths against heaven, and their tongues strut across the earth.

10Therefore his people turn to them and drink in their overflowing words.

11The wicked say, “How can God know? Does the Most High know everything?”

12Look at them — the wicked! They are always at ease, and they increase their wealth.

13Did I purify my heart and wash my hands in innocence for nothing?

14For I am afflicted all day long and punished every morning.

15If I had decided to say these things aloud, I would have betrayed your people.