Psalms 49:4

4 I will turn my attention to proverbs and explain their meaning as I play the harp.

Psalms 49:4 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 49:4

I will incline mine ear to a parable
In which way of speaking the doctrines of the Gospel were delivered out by Christ, ( Matthew 13:3 Matthew 13:35 ) . Wherefore the prophet, representing his apostles and disciples, signifies that he would listen thereunto, that he might attain to the knowledge thereof, and communicate it to others;

I will open my dark saying upon the harp;
the enigmas, riddles, and mysteries of the Gospel, being understood by the ministers of it, are opened and explained in a very pleasant and delightful manner; they are made clear and evident, and are as a lovely song upon a harp; see ( Ezekiel 33:32 ) .

Psalms 49:4 In-Context

2 great and small alike, rich and poor together.
3 My thoughts will be clear; I will speak words of wisdom.
4 I will turn my attention to proverbs and explain their meaning as I play the harp.
5 I am not afraid in times of danger when I am surrounded by enemies,
6 by evil people who trust in their riches and boast of their great wealth.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.