Psalms 4 (ESV)

8 verses · English Standard Version · Essentially literal

The ESV balances word-for-word accuracy with modern English readability. Favored by scholars and pastors for study and preaching, it preserves the structure of the original Hebrew and Greek while using clear, contemporary language.

Psalms Chapter 4 contains 8 verses and is presented here in the English Standard Version (ESV), which uses a essentially literal approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have given me relief when I was in distress. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer!

2O men, how long shall my honor be turned into shame? How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? Selah

3But know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.

4Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. Selah

5Offer right sacrifices, and put your trust in the LORD.

6There are many who say, “Who will show us some good? Lift up the light of your face upon us, O LORD!”

7You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and wine abound.

8In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.

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About This Translation

What is Psalms 4 in the ESV?

Psalms 4 in the English Standard Version (ESV) contains 8 verses. The ESV uses a essentially literal approach, first published in 2001 (rev. 2016).

How does the ESV translate Psalms 4 differently?

The English Standard Version uses essentially literal, balancing accuracy with modern readability. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 4 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 4 (ESV)?

Psalms Chapter 4 contains 8 verses in the English Standard Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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