New American Standard Bible NAS
English Standard Version ESV
1 Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
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Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have given me relief when I was in distress. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer!
2 O sons of men, how long will my honor become a reproach? How long will you love what is worthless and aim at deception? Selah.
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O men, how long shall my honor be turned into shame? How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? Selah
3 But know that the LORD has set apart the godly man for Himself; The LORD hears when I call to Him.
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But know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.
4 Tremble, and do not sin; Meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.
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Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. Selah
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And trust in the LORD .
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Offer right sacrifices, and put your trust in the LORD.
6 Many are saying, "Who will show us any good?" Lift up the light of Your countenance upon us, O LORD !
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There are many who say, "Who will show us some good? Lift up the light of your face upon us, O LORD!"
7 You have put gladness in my heart, More than when their grain and new wine abound.
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You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and wine abound.
8 In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD , make me to dwell in safety.
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In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
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