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Stand before the Lord in awe,[a] and do not sin against him. Lie quietly upon your bed in silent meditation. Put your trust in the Lord, and offer him pleasing sacrifices.

Many say that God will never help us. Prove them wrong,[b] O Lord, by letting the light of your face shine down upon us.

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  1. Psalm 4:4 Stand before the Lord in awe, literally, “Be angry.”
  2. Psalm 4:6 Prove them wrong, implied.

Tremble and[a] do not sin;(A)
    when you are on your beds,(B)
    search your hearts and be silent.
Offer the sacrifices of the righteous
    and trust in the Lord.(C)

Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?”
    Let the light of your face shine on us.(D)

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  1. Psalm 4:4 Or In your anger (see Septuagint)