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 leader of the music; to be accompanied with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.” Hear me, when I call, O God of my righteousness! Thou hast helped me, when I was in trouble, —Have pity upon 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)
How long, O men! will ye dishonor my dignity? How long will ye love vanity, and seek disappointment? (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.
Know ye that the LORD hath exalted one that is devoted to him; The LORD will hear, when I call upon him.
4 Tremble, and sinne not: examine your owne heart vpon your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Stand in awe, and sin no more; Commune with your hearts upon your beds, and desist! (Pause)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.
Offer 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.
There are many who say, Who will show us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us!
7 Thou hast giuen mee more ioye of heart, then they haue had, when their wheate and their wine did abound.
Thou puttest gladness into my heart, Greater than theirs, when their corn and wine are abundant.
8 I will lay mee downe, and also sleepe in peace: for thou, Lord, onely makest me dwell in safetie.
I will lay me down in peace, and sleep: For thou alone, O LORD! makest me dwell in safety.
