For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David.

     1             Answer me when I call to you,

         my righteous God.

                  Give me relief from my distress;

         have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

     2             How long will you people turn my glory into shame?

         How long will you love delusions and seek false gods ?

     3             Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself;

         the Lord hears when I call to him.

     4             Tremble and do not sin;

         when you are on your beds,

         search your hearts and be silent.

     5             Offer the sacrifices of the righteous

         and trust in the Lord.

     6             Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?”

         Let the light of your face shine on us.

     7             Fill my heart with joy

         when their grain and new wine abound.

     8             In peace I will lie down and sleep,

         for you alone, Lord,

         make me dwell in safety.