1For the leader; with instrumental music.aFor the leader; with instrumental music Meaning of Heb. uncertain. A psalm of David.
2Answer me when I call,O God, my vindicator!You freed me from distress;have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
3You who side against me,bwho side against me Or “high and mighty ones,” or “people”; force of Heb. uncertain. how long will my glory be mocked,will you love illusions,have recourse to frauds? Selah.
4Know that GOD keeps the faithful close; GOD hears when I call out.
5So tremble, and sin no more;ponder it on your bed, and sigh.csigh In contrast to others “be still.” Selah.
6Offer sacrifices in righteousnessand trust in GOD.
7Many say, “O for good days!”Bestow Your favor on us,dBestow Your favor on us Lit. “Lift up the light of Your countenance upon us”; cf. Num. 6.25–26. O ETERNAL One.
8You put joy into my heartwhen their grain and wine show increase.
9Safe and sound, I lie down and sleep,for You alone, O ETERNAL One, keep me secure.efor You alone, O ETERNAL ONE, keep me secure Or “for You, O ETERNAL ONE, keep me alone and secure.”