Psalms 4
1 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer.
For the End, a Song of David among [the ]Psalms. When I called upon [him], the God of my righteousness heard me: you have made room for me in tribulation; pity me, and listen to my prayer.
2 How long, O men, will my honor be maligned? How long will you love vanity and seek after lies?
O you sons of men, how long [will you be] slow of heart? therefore do you love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
3 Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD hears when I call to Him.
But know you that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
4 Be angry, yet do not sin; on your bed, search your heart and be still.
Be you angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what you say in your hearts. (Pause)
5 Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
6 Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD.
Many say, Who will show us good things? the light of your countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
7 You have filled my heart with more joy than when grain and new wine abound.
You have put gladness into my heart: they have been satisfied with the fruit of their corn and wine and oil.
8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for you, Lord, only have caused me to dwell securely.
