Psalms 4:7

Psalms 4:8 akjv — I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety.

American King James Version

" I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety. "

— Psalms 4:8, American King James Version

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Psalms 4:8 in Other Translations

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KJV
“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ”
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ASV
“In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety. ”
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WEB
“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.”
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NET
“I will lie down and sleep peacefully, for you, LORD, make me safe and secure.”
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DRB
“By the fruit of their corn, their wine, and oil, they are multiplied:”
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BBE
“I will take my rest on my bed in peace, because you only, Lord, keep me safe.”
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KJVA
“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ”
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Psalms 4 — Context

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.

There be many that say, Who will show us any good? LORD, lift you up the light of your countenance on us.

You have 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 you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety.

Psalms 4:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 4:8 say?

Psalms 4:8 in the American King James Version reads: “ I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety. ”

Where is Psalms 4:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 4:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 4, verse 8.

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 4:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 4:8 in?

Psalms 4:8 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 4:8?

Psalms 4:8 reads (AKJV): “ I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make 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.

Psalms 4:8 akjv — I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety.

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