Psalm 4 | King James Version

1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm of David. Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. 2 O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah. 3 But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him. 4 Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. 5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD. 6 There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. 7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. 8 I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.

New International Reader’s Version

For the director of music. A psalm of David to be played on stringed instruments.

1 My faithful God, answer me when I call out to you. Give me rest from my trouble. Have mercy on me. Hear my prayer. 2 How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love what will certainly fail you? How long will you pray to statues of gods? 3 Remember that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself. The LORD hears me when I call out to him. 4 Tremble and do not sin. When you are in bed, look deep down inside yourself and be silent. 5 Offer to the LORD the sacrifices that godly people offer. Trust in him. 6 LORD, many are asking, ‘Who will make us successful?’ LORD, may you do good things for us. 7 Fill my heart with joy when the people have lots of corn and fresh wine. 8 In peace I will lie down and sleep. LORD, you alone keep me safe.

Psalm 4 | King James Version New International Reader’s Version

For the director of music. A psalm of David to be played on stringed instruments.