# In confidence
The word "confidence" is an abstract noun. The writer recalls a time when he was prospering and felt confident and safe. Alternate translation: "When I was confident" or "When I felt safe" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])
# I will never be shaken
The word "shaken" is a metaphor for defeat. Alternate translation: "No one will defeat me" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])