1 Answer me when I call,
God, who vindicates me.
You freed me from affliction;
be gracious to me and hear my prayer.

2 How long, exalted ones, will my honor be insulted?
How long will you love what is worthless
and pursue a lie? Selah

3 Know that the Lord has set apart
the faithful for himself;
the Lord will hear when I call to him.

4 Be angry and do not sin;
on your bed, reflect in your heart and be still.Selah

5 Offer sacrifices in righteousness
and trust in the Lord.

6 Many are asking, “Who can show us anything good?”
Let the light of your face shine on us, Lord.

7 You have put more joy in my heart
than they have when their grain and new wine abound.

8 I will both lie down and sleep in peace,
for you alone, Lord, make me live in safety.