King James Version KJV
New Revised Standard NRS
1 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.
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Answer me when I call, O God of my right! You gave me room when I was in distress. Be gracious to 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.
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How long, you people, shall my honor suffer shame? How long will you love vain words, and seek after lies? (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.
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But know that the Lord has set apart the faithful for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.
4 Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.
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When you are disturbed, do not sin; ponder it on your beds, and be silent. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
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Offer right sacrifices, 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.
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There are many who say, "O that we might see some good! Let the light of your face shine on us, O Lord!"
7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.
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You have put gladness in my heart more than when their grain and wine abound.
8 I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
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I will both lie down and sleep in peace; for you alone, O Lord, make me lie down in safety.
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