Psalms 4
1 TO THE OVERSEER. WITH STRINGED INSTRUMENTS. A PSALM OF DAVID. In my calling answer me, O God of my righteousness. In adversity You gave enlargement to me; Favor me, and hear my prayer.
For the music director. A psalm of David, to be accompanied by string instruments. When I call, please answer me, God who vindicates me. When I was hemmed in by troubles, you gave me a way out. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
2 Sons of men! Until when [is] my glory for shame? You love a vain thing, you seek a lie. (Selah)
How long will you people ruin my reputation? How long will you love what is worthless and tell lies? (Selah)
3 And know that YHWH Has separated a saintly one to Himself. YHWH hears in my calling to Him.
You should realize that the Lord shows special favor to the faithful. The Lord listens when I call to him.
4 “Tremble, and do not sin”; Say [thus] in your heart on your bed, And be silent. (Selah)
Be in awe, do not sin. When you rest, reflect on this, and keep quiet! (Selah)
5 Sacrifice sacrifices of righteousness, And trust in YHWH.
Offer sacrifices with the right attitude. Trust in the Lord.
6 Many are saying, “Who shows us good?” Lift on us the light of Your face, O YHWH,
Many say, “Who is going to show us some good?” Lord, may your face shine upon us.
7 You have given joy in my heart, From the time their grain and their wine Have been multiplied.
The happiness you give me is better than those who have a plentiful harvest of grain and new wine.
8 Together I lie down and sleep in peace, For You, O YHWH, alone, Cause me to dwell in confidence!
I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you, Lord, alone keep me safe.
