Psalm 4

Psalm 4

For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David.

^*Answer me^a when I call to you,

my righteous God.

Give me relief from my distress;^b

have mercy^c on me and hear my prayer.^d

How long will you men turn my glory^e into shame?^f

How long will you love delusions and seek false gods?^g

Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant^h for himself;

the Lord hearsⁱ when I call to him.

Tremble and do not sin;^j

when you are on your beds,^k

search your hearts and be silent.

Offer the sacrifices of the righteous

and trust in the Lord.^l

Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?”

Let the light of your face shine on us.^m

Fill my heartⁿ with joy^o

when their grain and new wine^p abound.

In peace^q I will lie down and sleep,^r

for you alone, Lord,

make me dwell in safety.^s