²⁴ You can go to bed without fear;
    you will lie down and sleep soundly.

⁵ I lay down and slept,
    yet I woke up in safety,
    for the Lord was watching over me.

²² When you walk, their counsel will lead you.
    When you sleep, they will protect you.
    When you wake up, they will advise you.

⁸ In peace I will lie down and sleep,
    for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.

⁴ Indeed, he who watches over Israel
    never slumbers or sleeps.

⁵ The Lord himself watches over you!
    The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade.
⁶ The sun will not harm you by day,
    nor the moon at night.

⁷ The Lord keeps you from all harm
    and watches over your life.

² It is useless for you to work so hard
    from early morning until late at night,
anxiously working for food to eat;
    for God gives rest to his loved ones.

¹⁹ You will lie down unafraid,
    and many will look to you for help.