Psalm 4

1 Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness; Thou hast set me at large when I was in distress: Have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.

2 O ye sons of men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonor? How long will ye love vanity, and seek after falsehood? Selah

3 But know that Jehovah hath set apart for himself him that is godly: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.

4 Stand in awe, and sin not: Commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah

5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in Jehovah.

6 Many there are that say, Who will show us any good? Jehovah, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.

7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, More than they have when their grain and their new wine are increased.

8 In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety.

Psalm 4

For the music director, to be accompanied by stringed instruments; a psalm of David.

1 When I call out, answer me,
O God who vindicates me!
Though I am hemmed in, you will lead me into a wide, open place.
Have mercy on me and respond to my prayer!

2 You men, how long will you try to turn my honor into shame?
How long will you love what is worthless
and search for what is deceptive? (Selah)

3 Realize that the Lord shows the godly special favor;
the Lord responds when I cry out to him.

4 Tremble with fear and do not sin!
Meditate as you lie in bed, and repent of your ways! (Selah)

5 Offer the prescribed sacrifices
and trust in the Lord!

6 Many say, “Who can show us anything good?”
Smile upon us, Lord!

7 You make me happier
than those who have abundant grain and wine.

8 I will lie down and sleep peacefully,
for you, Lord, make me safe and secure.