Psalm 4

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1} When I call, answer me, my righteous God! When I was in distress, you set me free. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.

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2} You people, how long will you malign my reputation? How long will you love what is vain and what is false? Interlude ^{Tools
3} But understand this: the LORD has set apart the godly for himself! The LORD will hear me when I cry out to him! ^{Tools
4} Be angry, yet do not sin. Think about this when upon your beds, and be silent. Interlude ^{Tools
5} Offer sacrifices that are righteous, and put your confidence in the LORD.

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6} Many are asking, "Who will help us to see better days?" LORD, may the light of your favor shine upon us.

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7} You have given me more joy in my heart than at harvest times, when grain and wine abound. ^{Tools
8} I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, LORD, enable me to live securely. To the Director: For flutes. A Davidic Psalm