Psalms 4
1 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.
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.
2 How long, you proud people, will my honour be stained by the slanders you love, and the lies that you follow? (Selah)
O you sons of men, how long [will you be] slow of heart? therefore do you love vanity, and seek falsehood? (Pause)
3 See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him.
But know you that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
4 Sin not in your anger: but speak in your heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be you angry, and sin not; feel compunction upon your beds for what you say in your hearts. (Pause)
5 Offer true sacrifice, trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
6 Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
Many say, Who will show us good things? the light of your countenance, O Lord, has been manifested towards us.
7 You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
You have put gladness into my heart: they have been satisfied with the fruit of their corn and wine and oil.
8 So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for you, Lord, only have caused me to dwell securely.
