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Psalms 4:4-1953 kjv — Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. Offer the sacrifices of righ…

King James Version

4

Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.

5

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, 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.

7

Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.

8

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.

— Psalms 4:4-1953, King James Version

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  • ASV

    “Stand in awe, and sin not: Commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. [Selah Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in Jehovah. Many there are that say, Who will show us any good? Jehovah, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, More thanthey havewhen their grain and their new wine are increased. In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety. ”

  • WEB

    “Stand in awe, and don't sin. Search your own heart on your bed, and be still. Selah. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness. Put your trust in Yahweh. Many say, "Who will show us any good?" Yahweh, let the light of your face shine on us. You have put gladness in my heart, more than when their grain and their new wine are increased. In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you, Yahweh alone, make me live in safety. For the Chief Musician, with the flutes. A Psalm by David.”

  • NET

    “Tremble with fear and do not sin! Meditate as you lie in bed, and repent of your ways!(Selah) Offer the prescribed sacrifices and trust in the LORD! Many say,“Who can show us anything good?” Smile upon us, LORD! You make me happier than those who have abundant grain and wine. I will lie down and sleep peacefully, for you, LORD, make me safe and secure.”

  • DRB

    “Know ye also that the Lord hath made his holy one wonderful: the Lord will hear me when I shall cry unto him. Be ye angry, and sin not: the things you say in your hearts, be sorry for them upon your beds. Offer up the sacrifice of justice, and trust in the Lord: many say, Who sheweth us good things? The light of thy countenance, O Lord, is signed upon us: thou hast given gladness in my heart. By the fruit of their corn, their wine, and oil, they are multiplied: In peace in the self same I will sleep, and I will rest: For thou, O Lord, singularly hast settled me in hope. ”

  • BBE

    “Let there be fear in your hearts, and do no sin; have bitter feelings on your bed, but make no sound. (Selah.) Give the offerings of righteousness, and put your faith in the Lord. There are numbers who say, Who will do us any good? the light of his face has gone from us. Lord, you have put joy in my heart, more than they have when their grain and their wine are increased. I will take my rest on my bed in peace, because you only, Lord, keep me safe.”

  • KJVA

    “Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord. There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ”

Psalms 4 — Context

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.

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.

3

But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him.

4

Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.

5

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, 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.

7

Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.

8

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.

Psalms 4:4-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 4:4-1953 say?
Psalms 4:4-1953 in the King James Version reads: “Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord. There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ”
Where is Psalms 4:4-1953 in the Bible?
Psalms 4:4-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 4, verses 4–1953.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 4:4-1953.
What translation should I read Psalms 4:4-1953 in?
Psalms 4:4-1953 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 4:4-1953?
Psalms 4:4-1953 reads (KJV): “Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord. There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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