1. Hear this, all peoples; Give ear, all inhabitants of the world,
2. Both low and high, Rich and poor together.
3. My mouth will speak wisdom, And the meditation of my heart will be understanding.
4. I will incline my ear to a proverb; I will express my riddle on the harp.
5. Why should I fear in days of adversity, When the iniquity of my foes surrounds me,
6. Even those who trust in their wealth And boast in the abundance of their riches?