They boast about what they own and, instead of looking to the Creator for protection and security, trust in unstable material riches. The psalmist goes on to show clearly why we should not fear or envy any of such men. They will not live to time indefinite, nor is their wealth a lasting possession. He writes:

“Those who are trusting in their means of maintenance, and who keep boasting about the abundance of their riches,

Ps. 49:6