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Psalm 4

Cum invocarem

The Book of Common Prayer (1979) · 8 verses

  1. 1

    Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *
    you set me free when I am hard-pressed; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

  2. 2

    "You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *
    how long will you worship dumb idols and run after false gods?"

  3. 3

    Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *
    when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

  4. 4

    Tremble, then, and do not sin; *
    speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

  5. 5

    Offer the appointed sacrifices *
    and put your trust in the LORD.

  6. 6

    Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *
    Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

  7. 7

    You have put gladness in my heart, *
    more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

  8. 8

    I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *
    for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

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