1 For the Conductor, with instrumental music, a psalm by David.
2 Answer me when I call, O God [Who knows] my righteousness. You have relieved me in my distress; be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
3 Sons of men, how long will you turn my honor to shame, will you love vanity, and endlessly seek falsehood?
4 Know that the Lord has set apart His devout one; the Lord will hear when I call to Him.
5 Tremble and do not sin; reflect in your hearts upon your beds, and be silent forever.
6 Offer sacrifices in righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
7 Many say: “Who will show us good?” Raise the light of Your countenance upon us, O Lord.
8 You put joy in my heart, greater than [their joy] when their grain and wine abound.
9 In peace and harmony I will lie down and sleep, for You, Lord, will make me dwell alone, in security.