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 Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David.] Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness. You set me free in my distress. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
2 O ye sonnes of men, howe long will yee turne my glory into shame, louing vanitie, and seeking lyes? (Selah)
You sons of man, how long will you shame my honor, love what is worthless, chase after a lie? (Selah)
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 that the LORD works wonders for his godly one; the LORD will hear when I call to him.
4 Tremble, and sinne not: examine your owne heart vpon your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be angry, but do not sin. Ponder in your heart, but be at rest on your bed. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your 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 any good?" LORD, lift up the light of your face upon 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 in my heart, more than when their grain and wine and oil abound.
8 I will lay mee downe, and also sleepe in peace: for thou, Lord, onely makest me dwell in safetie.
In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety.
