Psalms 4 — The Old Testament Book of Psalms

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1 For the leader;() with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.

2 Answer me when I call, my saving God.
When troubles hem me in, set me free;
take pity on me, hear my prayer.()

3 How long, O people, will you be hard of heart?
Why do you love what is worthless, chase after lies?() ()

4 Know that the LORD works wonders for his faithful one;
the LORD hears when I call out to him.

5 Tremble() and sin no more;
weep bitterly within your hearts,
wail upon your beds,()

6 Offer fitting sacrifices
and trust in the LORD.()

7 Many say, “May we see better times!
LORD, show us the light of your face!”()

8 But you have given my heart more joy
than they have when grain and wine abound.

9 () () In peace I will lie down and fall asleep,
for you alone, LORD, make me secure.