The Complete Jewish Bible CJB
New King James Version NKJV
1 For the leader. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David: O God, my vindicator! Answer me when I call! When I was distressed, you set me free; now have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.
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To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.
2 Men of rank, how long will you shame my honor, love what is vain, chase after lies? (Selah)
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How long, O you sons of men, Will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness And seek falsehood? Selah
3 Understand that ADONAI sets apart the godly person for himself; ADONAI will hear when I call to him.
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But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly; The Lord will hear when I call to Him.
4 You can be angry, but do not sin! Think about this as you lie in bed, and calm down. (Selah)
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Be angry, and do not sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Selah
5 Offer sacrifices rightly, and put your trust in ADONAI.
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Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in the Lord.
6 Many ask, "Who can show us some good?" ADONAI, lift the light of your face over us!
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There are many who say, "Who will show us any good?" Lord, lift up the light of Your countenance upon us.
7 You have filled my heart with more joy than all their grain and new wine.
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You have put gladness in my heart, More than in the season that their grain and wine increased.
8 I will lie down and sleep in peace; for, ADONAI, you alone make me live securely.
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I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.