Psalms 4
1 For the music director. A psalm of David, to be accompanied by string instruments. When I call, please answer me, God who vindicates me. When I was hemmed in by troubles, you gave me a way out. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
In finem, in carminibus. Psalmus David. Cum invocarem exaudivit me Deus justitiæ meæ, in tribulatione dilatasti mihi. Miserere mei, et exaudi orationem meam. Filii hominum, usquequo gravi corde? ut quid diligitis vanitatem, et quæritis mendacium?
2 How long will you people ruin my reputation? How long will you love what is worthless and tell lies? (Selah)
Et scitote quoniam mirificavit Dominus sanctum suum; Dominus exaudiet me cum clamavero ad eum.
3 You should realize that the Lord shows special favor to the faithful. The Lord listens when I call to him.
Irascimini, et nolite peccare; quæ dicitis in cordibus vestris, in cubilibus vestris compungimini.
4 Be in awe, do not sin. When you rest, reflect on this, and keep quiet! (Selah)
Sacrificate sacrificium justitiæ, et sperate in Domino. Multi dicunt: Quis ostendit nobis bona?
5 Offer sacrifices with the right attitude. Trust in the Lord.
Signatum est super nos lumen vultus tui, Domine: dedisti lætitiam in corde meo.
6 Many say, “Who is going to show us some good?” Lord, may your face shine upon us.
A fructu frumenti, vini, et olei sui, multiplicati sunt.
7 The happiness you give me is better than those who have a plentiful harvest of grain and new wine.
In pace in idipsum dormiam, et requiescam;
8 I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you, Lord, alone keep me safe.
quoniam tu, Domine, singulariter in spe constituisti me.
