Psalm, 4

To the director; to be accompanied with stringed instruments. A melody of David.

¹ When I call, answer me, O my righteous God. Make a way of escape^*1 for me in my distress. Show me favor and hear my prayer.

² You sons of men, how long will you turn my honor into humiliation? How long will you love what is worthless and search for what is false? (Selah)

³ Know that Jehovah will treat his loyal one in a special way;^*1 Jehovah will hear when I call to him.

⁴ Be agitated, but do not sin. Have your say in your heart, upon your bed, and keep silent. (Selah)

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

⁶ There are many saying: “Who will show us anything good?” Let the light of your face shine upon us, O Jehovah.

⁷ You have filled my heart with greater rejoicing Than those who have an abundant harvest of grain and new wine.

⁸ I will lie down and sleep in peace, For you alone, O Jehovah, make me dwell in security.