Psalms 4 — parallel

4:1

Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness.

For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer.

4:2

You sons of men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonour?

How long, O men, will my honor be maligned? How long will you love vanity and seek after ? Selah

4:3

But know that the LORD has set apart for himself him who is godly;

Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD hears when I call to Him.

4:4

Stand in awe, and don’t sin.

Be angry, yet do not ; on your bed, search your heart and be still. Selah

4:5

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness.

Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.

4:6

Many say, “Who will show us any good?”

Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD.

4:7

You have put gladness in my heart,

You have filled my heart with more joy than when grain and new wine abound.

4:8

In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep,

I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.