New International Version In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety. New Living Translation In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe. English Standard Version In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. Berean Standard Bible I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. Berean Literal Bible In peace I will both lie down and will sleep, for You alone, O YHWH, cause me to dwell in safety. King James Bible I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety. New King James Version I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. New American Standard Bible In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, LORD, have me dwell in safety. NASB 1995 In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD, make me to dwell in safety. NASB 1977 In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For Thou alone, O LORD, dost make me to dwell in safety. Legacy Standard Bible In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O Yahweh, make me to abide in safety. Amplified Bible In peace [and with a tranquil heart] I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety and confident trust. Berean Annotated Bible I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD {YHWH}, make me dwell in safety. Christian Standard Bible I will both lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will both lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, LORD, make me live in safety. American Standard Version In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety. Contemporary English Version I can lie down and sleep soundly because you, LORD, will keep me safe. English Revised Version In peace will I both lay me down and sleep: for thou, LORD, alone makest me dwell in safety. GOD'S WORD® Translation I fall asleep in peace the moment I lie down because you alone, O LORD, enable me to live securely. Good News Translation When I lie down, I go to sleep in peace; you alone, O LORD, keep me perfectly safe. International Standard Version I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, LORD, enable me to live securely. NET Bible I will lie down and sleep peacefully, for you, LORD, make me safe and secure. New Heart English Bible In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety. Webster's Bible Translation I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep; for thou only, LORD, makest me dwell in safety. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleI will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. World English Bible In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you alone, Yahweh, make me live in safety. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTogether I lie down and sleep in peace, "" For You, O YHWH, alone, "" Cause me to dwell in confidence! Berean Literal Bible In peace I will both lie down and will sleep, for You alone, O YHWH, cause me to dwell in safety. Young's Literal Translation In peace together I lie down and sleep, For Thou, O Jehovah, alone, In confidence dost cause me to dwell! Smith's Literal Translation In peace together shall I lie down, and I shall sleep: for thou Jehovah alone wilt cause me to dwell confidently. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn peace in the selfsame I will sleep, and I will rest: for thou, O Lord, singularly hast settled me in hope. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible In peace I will lie down and fall asleep, for you alone, LORD, make me secure. New Revised Standard Version I will both lie down and sleep in peace; for you alone, O LORD, make me lie down in safety. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Biblein peace I will both lie down and sleep; for thou, O LORD, alone makest me dwell in safety. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I shall lie down and sleep, because you, LORD JEHOVAH, make me dwell alone in stillness. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For Thou, LORD, makest me dwell alone in safety. Brenton Septuagint Translation I will both lie down in peace and sleep: for thou, Lord, only hast caused me to dwell securely. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Answer Me When I Call!…7You have filled my heart with more joy than when grain and new wine abound. 8I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. Cross References I will lie down and sleep in peace, Proverbs 3:24 When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet. Job 11:18-19 You will be secure, because there is hope, and you will look around and lie down in safety. / You will lie down without fear, and many will court your favor. Psalm 3:5 I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the LORD sustains me. for You alone, O LORD, Psalm 62:1-2 For the choirmaster. According to Jeduthun. A Psalm of David. In God alone my soul finds rest; my salvation comes from Him. / He alone is my rock and my salvation. He is my fortress; I will never be shaken. Psalm 73:25-26 Whom have I in heaven but You? And on earth I desire no one besides You. / My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 16:1-2 A Miktam of David. Preserve me, O God, for in You I take refuge. / I said to the LORD, “You are my Lord; apart from You I have no good thing.” make me dwell in safety. Deuteronomy 33:12 Concerning Benjamin he said: “May the beloved of the LORD rest secure in Him; God shields him all day long, and upon His shoulders he rests.” Isaiah 32:18 Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest. Proverbs 1:33 But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.” Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. Matthew 11:28-30 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Psalm 127:2 In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for bread to eat—for He gives sleep to His beloved. Numbers 6:24-26 ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Treasury of Scripture I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety. I will Psalm 3:5 I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me. Psalm 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Job 11:18,19 And thou shalt be secure, because there is hope; yea, thou shalt dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety… for Leviticus 25:18,19 Wherefore ye shall do my statutes, and keep my judgments, and do them; and ye shall dwell in the land in safety… Leviticus 26:5 And your threshing shall reach unto the vintage, and the vintage shall reach unto the sowing time: and ye shall eat your bread to the full, and dwell in your land safely. Deuteronomy 12:10 But when ye go over Jordan, and dwell in the land which the LORD your God giveth you to inherit, and when he giveth you rest from all your enemies round about, so that ye dwell in safety; Jump to Previous Alone Cause Chief Confidence David Dwell Lay Makest Musician Nehiloth Peace Psalm Rest Safety Sleep TogetherJump to Next Alone Cause Chief Confidence David Dwell Lay Makest Musician Nehiloth Peace Psalm Rest Safety Sleep TogetherPsalm 4 1. David prays for audience2. He reproves and exhorts his enemies 6. Man's happiness is in God's favor I will lie down and sleep in peace, Sleep leaves a person exposed to danger, especially in a land marked by conflict, theft, and uncertain nights. David’s rest expresses confidence that God’s care remains constant when human strength and vigilance cease. Pro 3:24 When you lie down, you will not be afraid;… for You alone, O LORD, David places his security in the covenant God of Israel rather than in armies, fortified cities, or political alliances. The LORD alone governs every threat and remains faithful to His people. Psa 62:1-2 For the choirmaster. According to Jeduthun.… make me dwell in safety. God’s protection gives more than temporary relief from enemies; it establishes lasting security under His care. Even amid danger, David can rest because his life is held by the One who rules over all circumstances. Deu 33:12 Concerning Benjamin he said: “May the beloved of the LORD… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of this Psalm, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his poetic contributions to the Book of Psalms. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. 3. Israel The nation to whom David belonged and often the primary audience of his psalms, representing God's chosen people. Teaching Points Trust in God's SovereigntyDavid's confidence in lying down and sleeping peacefully stems from his trust in God's control over his life. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a similar trust, knowing that God is sovereign over all circumstances. Peace as a Gift from God The peace David experiences is not self-generated but a gift from God. Christians are reminded that true peace comes from a relationship with God, not from external circumstances. Safety in God's Presence The assurance of safety in this verse highlights the protective nature of God's presence. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God is their refuge and strength. The Role of Prayer in Experiencing Peace Psalm 4 is a prayerful dialogue with God. Engaging in regular prayer can help believers experience the peace and safety that David describes. Rest as an Act of Faith Choosing to rest and sleep peacefully is an act of faith, demonstrating trust in God's provision and protection. Christians are encouraged to view rest as a spiritual discipline. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 4:8?2. How does Psalm 4:8 encourage trust in God's protection during difficult times? 3. What does "dwell in safety" reveal about God's role in our lives? 4. How can Psalm 4:8 deepen our understanding of God's peace in Philippians 4:7? 5. In what ways can we practice resting in God's peace daily? 6. How does Psalm 4:8 inspire confidence in God's sovereignty over our circumstances? 7. How does Psalm 4:8 reflect trust in God's protection during times of fear or uncertainty? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 4:8? 9. How does Psalm 4:8 challenge modern views on self-reliance versus divine reliance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 4? (8) Both.--Better, and at once. So the LXX. and Vulg.: "At the very moment." (Comp. Isaiah 42:14.) This, too, is the meaning of "withal," used to render the same Hebrew word in Psalm 141:10. Thou, Lord, only.--The authority of all the ancient Versions, including the LXX. and Vulg., is for taking the adverb with the predicate, not with the subject as in the Authorised Version: "Thou, Jehovah, makest me to dwell alone in safety." We see from Jeremiah 49:31, Micah 7:14, that isolation from other nations was, in the Hebrew view, a guarantee against danger. This certainly favours the view that the poem is national rather than individual. For the concluding verses of the psalm Luther had a great affection, and desired Ludvig Teuffel to set them as the words of a requiem for him. Verse 8. - I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep (comp. Psalm 3:5). His confidence in God enables David to lay himself down calmly and tranquilly to sleep, whatever dangers threaten him. He seeks his couch, and at once (יחדּו) slumber visits him. No anxious thoughts keep him tossing on his bed for hours. For thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. David has a satisfaction in thinking that it is God only who watches over him. All other help would be vain, superfluous. God alone brought Israel through the wilderness (Deuteronomy 32:12); God alone established Israel in Canaan (Psalm 44:2, 3). David feels that he needs no second helper and protector.
Psalm 4:8 paints a nightly routine of faithful rest: choose to lie down, expect real peace, rely on God alone, and enjoy His safeguarding presence. The verse invites every believer to end each day with the same quiet confidence, knowing the Lord still keeps watch. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew I willיַחְדָּו֮ (yaḥ·dāw) Adverb Strong's 3162: A unit, unitedly lie down אֶשְׁכְּבָ֪ה (’eš·kə·ḇāh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 7901: To lie down and sleep וְאִ֫ישָׁ֥ן (wə·’î·šān) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular Strong's 3462: To be slack, languid, sleep, to grow old, stale, inveterate in peace, בְּשָׁל֣וֹם (bə·šā·lō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace for כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction You אַתָּ֣ה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you alone, לְבָדָ֑ד (lə·ḇā·ḏāḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 910: Isolation, separation O LORD, יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel make me dwell תּוֹשִׁיבֵֽנִי׃ (tō·wō·šî·ḇê·nî) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry in safety. לָ֝בֶ֗טַח (lā·ḇe·ṭaḥ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 983: A place of refuge, safety, safely Additonal Resources Psalm 4:8 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 4:8 Bible Gateway Psalm 4:8 Bible.com Psalm 4:8 NIV |
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