Psalm 49:8

(For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever:)

Cross-reference

Job 36:19 Parallel

Job 36:19 echoes that wealth cannot ransom a life — 'Will your riches sustain you?' — reinforcing the futility of material ransom.

Job 33:24 Contrast

Job 33:24 declares a ransom has been found for the pit — directly opposing Psalm 49:8's claim that no ransom suffices.

Matthew 16:26 asks what can be given in exchange for a soul — directly parallel to Psalm 49:8's point that no ransom is enough.

Mark 8:37 Parallel

Mark 8:37 repeats the same question about exchanging for the soul — reinforcing the impossibility of a sufficient ransom.

In 1 Peter 1:18, the costly ransom is paid by Christ's blood, contrasting the Psalm's claim that no payment is enough.