Psalms 4
1 For the Leader; with string-music. A Psalm of David. Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness, Thou who didst set me free when I was in distress; be gracious unto me, and hear my prayer.
For the End, a Song of David among [the ]Psalms. When I called upon [him], the God of my righteousness heard me: thou hast made room for me in tribulation; pity me, and hearken to my prayer.
2 O ye sons of men, how long shall my glory be put to shame, in that ye love vanity, and seek after falsehood? (Selah)
O ye sons of men, how long [will ye be] slow of heart? wherefore do ye love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
3 But know that the LORD hath set apart the godly man as His own; the LORD will hear when I call unto Him.
But know ye that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
4 Tremble, and sin not; commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be ye angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what ye say in your hearts. (Pause)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
6 Many there are that say: 'Oh that we could see some good!' LORD, lift Thou up the light of Thy countenance upon us.
Many say, Who will shew us good things? the light of thy countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than when their corn and their wine increase.
Thou hast put gladness into my heart: they have been satisfied with the fruit of their corn and wine and oil.
8 In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; for Thou, LORD, makest me dwell alone in safety.
I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for thou, Lord, only hast caused me to dwell securely.
