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Psalm 4

Douay-Rheims Catholic Bible RHE

1 <Unto the end, in verses. A psalm for David.> (4-2) When I called upon him, the God of my justice heard me: when I was in distress, thou hast enlarged me. Have mercy on me: and hear my prayer.

2 (4-3) O ye sons of men, how long will you be dull of heart? why do you love vanity, and seek after lying?

3 (4-4) Know ye also that the Lord hath made his holy one wonderful: the Lord will hear me when I shall cry unto him.

4 (4-5) Be ye angry, and sin not: the things you say in your hearts, be sorry for them upon your beds.

5 (4-6) Offer up the sacrifice of justice, and trust in the Lord: many say, Who sheweth us good things?

6 (4-7) The light of thy countenance, O Lord, is signed upon us: thou hast given gladness in my heart.

7 (4-8) By the fruit of their corn, their wine, and oil, they rest:

8 (4-9) In peace in the self same I will sleep, and I will rest: (4-10) For thou, O Lord, singularly hast settled me in hope.

The Message Bible MSG

1 When I call, give me answers. God, take my side! Once, in a tight place, you gave me room; Now I'm in trouble again: grace me! hear me!

2 You rabble - how long do I put up with your scorn? How long will you lust after lies? How long will you live crazed by illusion?

3 Look at this: look Who got picked by God! He listens the split second I call to him.

4 Complain if you must, but don't lash out. Keep your mouth shut, and let your heart do the talking.

5 Build your case before God and wait for his verdict.

6 Why is everyone hungry for more? "More, more," they say. "More, more." I have God's more-than-enough,

7 More joy in one ordinary day Than they get in all their shopping sprees.

8 At day's end I'm ready for sound sleep, For you, God, have put my life back together.