1 A nswer me when I call, O my God Who is right and good! You have made a way for me when I needed help. Be kind to me, and hear my prayer.

To the Overseer with Stringed Instruments. -- A Psalm of David. In my calling answer Thou me, O God of my righteousness. In adversity Thou gavest enlargement to me; Favour me, and hear my prayer.

2 O sons of men, how long will you turn my honor into shame? How long will you love what is of no use, and run after lies?

Sons of men! till when my glory for shame? Ye love a vain thing, ye seek a lie. Selah.

3 K now that the Lord has set apart him who is God-like for Himself. The Lord hears when I call to Him.

And know ye that Jehovah Hath separated a saintly one to Himself. Jehovah heareth in my calling to Him.

4 S hake with anger and do not sin. When you are on your bed, look into your hearts and be quiet.

`Tremble ye, and do not sin;' Say ye in your heart on your bed, And be ye silent. Selah.

5 G ive the gifts that are right and good, and trust in the Lord.

Sacrifice ye sacrifices of righteousness, And trust ye unto Jehovah.

6 M any are asking, “Who will show us any good?” Let the light of Your face shine on us, O Lord.

Many are saying, `Who doth show us good?' Lift on us the light of Thy face, O Jehovah,

7 Y ou have filled my heart with more happiness than they have when there is much grain and wine.

Thou hast given joy in my heart, From the time their corn and their wine Have been multiplied.

8 I will lie down and sleep in peace. O Lord, You alone keep me safe.

In peace together I lie down and sleep, For Thou, O Jehovah, alone, In confidence dost cause me to dwell!