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: thou hast made room for me in tribulation; pity me, and hearken to my prayer.
For the leader, with stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Answer my cry, God, my defender. Often from straits you have brought me to spacious places. So now show me your favour and hear my prayer.
2 O ye sons of men, how long [will ye be] slow of heart? wherefore do ye love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
How long, you proud people, will my honour be stained by the slanders you love, and the lies that you follow? (Selah)
3 But know ye that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him.
4 Be ye angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what ye say in your hearts. (Pause)
Sin not in your anger: but speak in your heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
Offer true sacrifice, trust in the Lord.
6 Many say, Who will shew us good things? the light of thy countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
7 Thou hast put gladness into my heart: they have been satisfied with the fruit of their corn and wine and oil.
You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
8 I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for thou, Lord, only hast caused me to dwell securely.
So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
