Psalms 4
1 For the End, a Song of David among [the ]Psalms. When I called upon [him], the God of my righteousness heard me: you have made room for me in tribulation; pity me, and listen to 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 you sons of men, how long [will you be] slow of heart? therefore do you love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
You sons of man, how long will you shame my honor, love what is worthless, chase after a lie? (Selah)
3 But know you that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
But know that Jehovah works wonders for his godly one; Jehovah will hear when I call to him.
4 Be you angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what you say in your hearts. (Pause)
Be angry, but do not sin. Ponder in your heart, but be at rest on your bed. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in Jehovah.
6 Many say, Who will show us good things? the light of your countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
Many say, "Who will show us any good?" Jehovah, lift up the light of your face upon us.
7 You have put gladness into my heart: they have been satisfied with the fruit of their corn and wine and oil.
You have put gladness in my heart, more than when their grain and wine and oil abound.
8 I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for you, Lord, only have caused me to dwell securely.
In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you, Jehovah alone, make me live in safety.
