Psalms 73:2-14

2But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled; My steps had nearly slipped.

3For I was envious of the boastful, When I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

4For there are no pangs in their death, But their strength is firm.

5They are not in trouble as other men, Nor are they plagued like other men.

6Therefore pride serves as their necklace; Violence covers them like a garment.

7Their eyes bulge with abundance; They have more than heart could wish.

8They scoff and speak wickedly concerning oppression; They speak loftily.

9They set their mouth against the heavens, And their tongue walks through the earth.

10Therefore his people return here, And waters of a full cup are drained by them.

11And they say, “How does God know? And is there knowledge in the Most High?”

12Behold, these are the ungodly, Who are always at ease; They increase in riches.

13Surely I have cleansed my heart in vain, And washed my hands in innocence.

14For all day long I have been plagued, And chastened every morning.