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

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

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

³ You will keep in perfect peace
    all who trust in you,
    all whose thoughts are fixed on you!

¹⁸ Having hope will give you courage.
    You will be protected and will rest in safety.
¹⁹ You will lie down unafraid,
    and many will look to you for help.

¹⁰ The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;
    the godly run to him and are safe.

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.

²⁶ Those who fear the Lord are secure;
    he will be a refuge for their children.

⁹ Our lives are in his hands,
    and he keeps our feet from stumbling.