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Psalm 4 — An Evening Prayer
For the leader, with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.
1 Answer my cry,
God, my defender.
Often from straits you have brought me
to spacious places.
So now show me your favour
and hear my prayer.
2 How long, you proud people,
will my honour be stained
by the slanders you love,
and the lies that you follow?
Selah
3 See! The Lord has shown me
his wonderful kindness:
the Lord hears,
when I call to him.
4 Sin not in your anger:
but speak in your heart
on your bed, and be still.
Selah
5 Offer true sacrifice,
trust in the Lord.
6 Many are longing
for fortune to smile.
Lift upon us
the light of your face.
7 You have put in my heart, Lord,
a deeper joy
than was theirs who had corn
and wine in abundance.
8 So in peace I will
lie down and sleep;
for you, Lord, keep me
safe.