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. Give me relief from my distress. Have mercy on 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 men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonour? Will you love vanity and seek after falsehood? (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 has set apart for himself him who is godly; 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)
Stand in awe, and don’t sin. Search your own heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness. 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, let the light of your face shine on 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 their new wine are increased.
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.
