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.
In parts according to verses. A Psalm of David. When I called upon him, the God of my justice heeded me. In tribulation, you have enlarged me. Have mercy on me, and heed 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)
Sons of men, how long will you be dull in heart, so that whatever you love is in vain, and whatever you seek is false? (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.
And know this: the Lord has made wondrous his holy one. The Lord will heed me when I cry out to him.
4 Tremble, and sin not; commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be angry, and do not be willing to sin. The things that you say in your hearts: be sorry for them on your beds. (Pause)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifice of justice, and hope in the Lord. Many say, “Who reveals to us what is good?”
6 Many there are that say: 'Oh that we could see some good!' LORD, lift Thou up the light of Thy countenance upon us.
The light of your countenance, Lord, has been sealed upon us. You have given joy to my heart.
7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than when their corn and their wine increase.
By the fruit of their grain, wine, and oil, they have been multiplied.
8 In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; for Thou, LORD, makest me dwell alone in safety.
In peace itself, I will sleep and I will rest. For you, O Lord, have established me singularly in hope.
