Psalm 4 (KJV)
Psalm 4 in the King James Version, with Matthew Henry's commentary.
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The text, King James Version
- 1Hear 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.
- 2O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah.
- 3But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him.
- 4Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.
- 5Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
- 6There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
- 7Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.
- 8I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
Outline of the chapter
From Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary.
- The children of men proved, and the happiness of godly people. (verses 1-5)
- God's favour is happiness. (verses 6-8)