Psalms 4
1 To him that excelleth on Neginoth. A Psalme of Dauid. Heare me when I call, O God of my righteousnes: thou hast set me at libertie, when I was in distresse: haue mercie vpon me and hearken vnto my prayer.
For the End, a Song of David amongst [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 O ye sonnes of men, howe long will yee turne my glory into shame, louing vanitie, and seeking lyes? (Selah)
O you sons of men, how long [will you be] slow of heart? therefore do you love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
3 For be ye sure that the Lord hath chosen to himselfe a godly man: the Lord will heare when I call vnto 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 Tremble, and sinne not: examine your owne heart vpon your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be you angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what you say in your hearts. (Pause)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
6 Many say, Who will shewe vs any good? but Lord, lift vp the light of thy countenance vpon vs.
Many say, Who will show us good things? the light of your countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
7 Thou hast giuen mee more ioye of heart, then they haue had, when their wheate and their wine did 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 lay mee downe, and also sleepe in peace: for thou, Lord, onely makest me dwell in safetie.
I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for you, Lord, only have caused me to dwell securely.
