For I know not] I dare not flatter, I approve it not. So knowing is taken, Psalms 1:6. or, I cannot flatter, as Jerem. 8. 12.
flattering titles] The Hebrew word signifieth, to hide ones name for honour sake, and give him some other name. He would give no man undue titles.
my Maker would soon take me away] Destroy me by a violent death. Psalms 28:3.