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Psalms Chapter 4 (ROTHERHAM)

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Psalms Chapter 4 (ROTHERHAM)
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1 When I cry, answer me, O mine own righteous God, In a strait place, thou hast made room for me, Show me favour, and hear my prayer.

2 Ye sons of the great! how long, turning my glory to contempt, will ye love emptiness, will ye seek falsehood? [Selah.]

3 Know ye, then, that Yahweh hath set apart the man of lovingkindness for himself: Yahweh, will hear, when I cry to him.

4 Be deeply moved, but do not sin,—Ponder in your own heart upon your bed, and be silent. [Selah.]

5 Sacrifice the sacrifices of righteousness; and put your trust in Yahweh.

6 Multitudes, are saying, Who will show us prosperity? Lift thou upon us the light of thy countenance, O Yahweh.

7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart,—beyond the season when, their corn and their new wine, have increased.

8 In peace, will I lay me down and at once sleep; for, thou, Yahweh alone, wilt cause me, in security, to dwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the psalmist ask for in Psalms 4?
He asks God to hear his prayer and have mercy, recalling that God has helped him in distress before (v.1), while rebuking others for turning his glory into shame and loving vanity (v.2).
What does Psalms 4:4 advise about anger?
It says, 'Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still' (v.4), counseling quiet self-examination rather than acting out in anger.
What does Psalms 4:8 say about sleeping in peace?
The psalm closes with, 'I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety' (v.8), a trust in God's protection similar to Proverbs 3:24.

Today's Verse

Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.

Psalms 104:25 | ASV

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