For the music director, to be accompanied by stringed instruments; a psalm of David.
4:1 When I call out, answer me,
O God who vindicates me! 2
Though I am hemmed in, you will lead me into a wide, open place. 3
Have mercy on me 4 and respond to 5 my prayer!
4:2 You men, 6 how long will you try to turn my honor into shame? 7
How long 8 will you love what is worthless 9
and search for what is deceptive? 10 (Selah)
4:3 Realize that 11 the Lord shows the godly special favor; 12
the Lord responds 13 when I cry out to him.
4:4 Tremble with fear and do not sin! 14
Meditate as you lie in bed, and repent of your ways! 15 (Selah)
4:5 Offer the prescribed sacrifices 16
and trust in the Lord! 17
4:6 Many say, “Who can show us anything good?”
Smile upon us, Lord! 18
4:7 You make me happier 19
than those who have abundant grain and wine. 20
4:8 I will lie down and sleep peacefully, 21
for you, Lord, make me safe and secure. 22