Psalms 4:5
Psalms 4:5 in Multiple Translations
Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in Jehovah.
Give the offerings of righteousness, and put your faith in the Lord.
Offer sacrifices with the right attitude. Trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.
Sacrifice ye sacrifices of righteousness, And trust ye unto Jehovah.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness. Put your trust in the LORD.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Be angry, and sin not: the things you say in your hearts, be sorry for them upon your beds.
Also, offer to Yahweh the proper sacrifices, and continue trusting in him.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 4:5
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Psalms 4:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רִגְז֗וּ
וְֽ/אַל
תֶּ֫חֱטָ֥אוּ
אִמְר֣וּ
בִ֭/לְבַבְ/כֶם
עַֽל
מִשְׁכַּבְ/כֶ֗ם
וְ/דֹ֣מּוּ
סֶֽלָה
רִגְז֗וּ
râgaz
H7264
to tremble
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
וְֽ/אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Conj | Part
תֶּ֫חֱטָ֥אוּ
châṭâʼ
H2398
to sin
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
אִמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
בִ֭/לְבַבְ/כֶם
lêbâb
H3824
heart
Prep | N-ms | Suff
עַֽל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
מִשְׁכַּבְ/כֶ֗ם
mishkâb
H4904
bed
N-ms | Suff
וְ/דֹ֣מּוּ
dâmam
H1826
to silence
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
Selah
Part
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 4:5
רִגְז֗וּ
râgaz
H7264
"to tremble"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
In the Bible, this word means to shake or tremble with strong emotions like fear, anger, or excitement. It can also mean to provoke or disturb someone, causing them to become agitated. The KJV Bible translates it in various ways, including 'tremble', 'quake', and 'rage'.
Definition: 1) tremble, quake, rage, quiver, be agitated, be excited, be perturbed 1a)(Qal) to quake, be disquieted, be excited, be perturbed 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to quake, disquiet, enrage, disturb 1c) (Hithpael) to excite oneself
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: be afraid, stand in awe, disquiet, fall out, fret, move, provoke, quake, rage, shake, tremble, trouble, be wroth. See also: Genesis 45:24; Isaiah 5:25; Psalms 4:5.
וְֽ/אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Conj | Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תֶּ֫חֱטָ֥אוּ
châṭâʼ
H2398
"to sin"
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
To sin means to miss the mark or go wrong, incurring guilt or penalty, and can also mean to repent or make amends. It is used in the Bible to describe wrongdoing and its consequences.
Definition: 1) to sin, miss, miss the way, go wrong, incur guilt, forfeit, purify from uncleanness 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to miss 1a2) to sin, miss the goal or path of right and duty 1a3) to incur guilt, incur penalty by sin, forfeit 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to bear loss 1b2) to make a sin-offering 1b3) to purify from sin 1b4) to purify from uncleanness 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to miss the mark 1c2) to induce to sin, cause to sin 1c3) to bring into guilt or condemnation or punishment 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to miss oneself, lose oneself, wander from the way 1d2) to purify oneself from uncleanness
Usage: Occurs in 220 OT verses. KJV: bear the blame, cleanse, commit (sin), by fault, harm he hath done, loss, miss, (make) offend(-er), offer for sin, purge, purify (self), make reconciliation, (cause, make) sin(-ful, -ness), trespass. See also: Genesis 20:6; 1 Kings 15:34; Psalms 4:5.
אִמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
בִ֭/לְבַבְ/כֶם
lêbâb
H3824
"heart"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
The heart is the innermost part of a person, including their mind, will, and emotions. In the book of Psalms, David talks about his heart being heavy with sorrow, while in the book of Proverbs, it discusses the importance of guarding one's heart.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, soul, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage Aramaic equivalent: le.vav (לְבַב "heart" H3825)
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] bethink themselves, breast, comfortably, courage, ((faint), (tender-) heart(-ed), midst, mind, [idiom] unawares, understanding. See also: Genesis 20:5; 1 Chronicles 17:2; Psalms 4:5.
עַֽל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מִשְׁכַּבְ/כֶ֗ם
mishkâb
H4904
"bed"
N-ms | Suff
Mishkab refers to a bed, but can also mean sleep or even a bier. It's sometimes used to describe intimate relationships, as in Genesis. This word has various meanings depending on the context.
Definition: 1) a lying down, couch, bier, act of lying 1a) couch, bed 1b) act of lying, lying down or sleeping room, bedroom 1c) lying down (for sexual contact) Aramaic equivalent: mish.kav (מִשְׁכַּב "bed" H4903)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: bed(-chamber), couch, lieth (lying) with. See also: Genesis 49:4; 2 Samuel 17:28; Psalms 4:5.
וְ/דֹ֣מּוּ
dâmam
H1826
"to silence"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
In the original Hebrew, this verb means to wail or mourn, often in response to a tragic event, like in Job 30:31 where Job laments his suffering. It can also mean to be astonished or stop an activity.
Definition: : stationary 1) to be silent, be still, wait, be dumb, grow dumb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be silent 1a2) to be still, die 1a3) to be struck dumb 1b) (Niphal) to be silenced, be made silent, destroyed 1c) (Poal) to make quiet 1d) (Hiphil) to make silent (cause to die)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: cease, be cut down (off), forbear, hold peace, quiet self, rest, be silent, keep (put to) silence, be (stand) still, tarry, wait. See also: Exodus 15:16; Psalms 62:6; Psalms 4:5.
סֶֽלָה
çelâh
H5542
"Selah"
Part
Selah is a musical term in the Bible that signals a pause or interruption in the music, like a rest in a song, often used in Psalms. It is a technical term that sets a moment for reflection and contemplation, as seen in Psalm 3:2.
Definition: § 1) to lift up, exalt 1a) Selah 1a1) a technical musical term probably showing accentuation, pause, interruption
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: Selah. See also: Psalms 3:3; Psalms 62:5; Psalms 3:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 4:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 4:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 4:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 4:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 4:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 4:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
- Sermons on Psalms 4:5
Context — Answer Me When I Call!
3Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD hears when I call to Him.
4Be angry, yet do not sin; on your bed, search your heart and be still. Selah
5Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.
6Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD. 7You have filled my heart with more joy than when grain and new wine abound.Cross References
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| 1 | Hebrews 13:15–16 | Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name. And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. |
| 2 | Psalms 37:3 | Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. |
| 3 | Psalms 51:19 | Then You will delight in righteous sacrifices, in whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on Your altar. |
| 4 | 1 Peter 4:19 | So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 33:19 | They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.” |
| 6 | Psalms 62:8 | Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah |
| 7 | Matthew 5:23 | So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, |
| 8 | Isaiah 1:11–18 | “What good to Me is your multitude of sacrifices?” says the LORD. “I am full from the burnt offerings of rams and the fat of well-fed cattle; I take no delight in the blood of bulls and lambs and goats. When you come to appear before Me, who has required this of you— this trampling of My courts? Bring your worthless offerings no more; your incense is detestable to Me— your New Moons, Sabbaths, and convocations. I cannot endure iniquity in a solemn assembly. I hate your New Moons and your appointed feasts. They have become a burden to Me; I am weary of bearing them. When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood. Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Stop doing evil! Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.” “Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool. |
| 9 | Psalms 50:14 | Sacrifice a thank offering to God, and fulfill your vows to the Most High. |
| 10 | Malachi 1:8 | When you offer blind animals for sacrifice, is it not wrong? And when you present the lame and sick ones, is it not wrong? Try offering them to your governor! Would he be pleased with you or show you favor?” asks the LORD of Hosts. |
Psalms 4:5 Summary
[This verse is calling us to live our lives in a way that honors God, by offering our lives and actions as sacrifices to Him, and trusting in His goodness and sovereignty. This means giving our lives to God and trusting that He will work everything out for our good, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11. By doing so, we can experience the joy and peace that comes from knowing God, as seen in Psalms 4:7. As we trust in the LORD, we can also find guidance and wisdom, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to offer the sacrifices of the righteous?
This phrase refers to offering our lives, actions, and worship to God in a way that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices.
How can we trust in the LORD when faced with difficulties?
Trusting in the LORD means having faith that He is in control and will work everything out for our good, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
What is the relationship between offering sacrifices and trusting in God?
Offering the sacrifices of the righteous and trusting in the LORD are closely linked, as seen in Psalms 4:5, where they are presented as two sides of the same coin, with our trust in God being the foundation for our worship and sacrifice.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse encourages us to live our lives in a way that honors God, trusting in His goodness and sovereignty, even in the midst of challenges, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are called to trust in the LORD with all our heart.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can offer the sacrifices of the righteous in my daily life, such as giving to those in need or serving others?
- How can I cultivate trust in the LORD when faced with uncertainty or fear?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness?
- How can I balance the call to be angry yet not sin, as seen in Psalms 4:4, with the call to trust in the LORD in Psalms 4:5?
- What does it mean to trust in the LORD, and how can I make this a reality in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 4:5
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness,.... Offer for sacrifice things righteously gotten, for the Lord hates robbery for burnt offering, Isaiah 61:8.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 4:5
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
Offer, to wit, unto God, that he may be reconciled to you, and may pardon all your murmurings and insurrections against him and against me. For it seems plain that this, as well as the former verse, is spoken not to David’ s friends and favourers, as some think, but to his enemies, even to those sons of men, , to whom he directeth his speech, , but know, and, , stand in awe and here offer: The sacrifices of righteousness, i.e. righteous sacrifices; which requires that the persons offering them be righteous, and do righteous things, and offer them with an honest mind, and with faith (as it follows) and true repentance; without which he intimates that all their sacrifices were of no esteem with God, and would be wholly unprofitable to them. And withal, it is probable that he reflects upon the followers of Saul or of Absalom, who had the only place of sacrifice in their possession, whilst David was debarred of the opportunity of sacrificing, as he complains, ; and accordingly they gloried in their sacrifices, and upon that account promised themselves success against David, who was by God’ s providence deprived of the opportunities of reconciling and engaging God by sacrifices. And put your trust in the Lord; and then, i.e. so doing, you may rely upon God, and confidently expect his assistance, which otherwise it is in vain for you to hope for. Withal, he seems to reflect upon his enemies, who trusted to an arm of flesh, to their own great numbers and power, and to intimate what his course was, to wit, to trust in the Lord.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
Psalms 4:5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.Ver. 5. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness] Confess your sins, and slay them; run to him who is the propitiation, Jesus Christ the righteous, present your bodies a living sacrifice, bring a contrite spirit; to do good and to communicate forget not, &c., else you offer the sacrifice of fools, as Ecclesiastes 5:1, and not of righteousness, as here. The Chaldee hath it, Domate concupiscentias, sacrifice and subdue your lusts. And put your trust in the Lord] It is well observed that God brings men home by a contrary way to where they fell from him. We fell from him by distrust, by having him in a jealousy, as if he aimed more at himself than at our good. We return to him by having a good conceit of him, that he loves us better than we can love ourselves, and therefore that we ought to put our trust in him, both in life and death.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
(5) Sacrifices of righteousness.—Comp. Psalms 51:18-19; Deuteronomy 33:19. The context in both places directs to the translation “right” or “due” sacrifices, i.e., sacrifices duly and religiously performed.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
Verse 5. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness] Do not attempt to offer a sacrifice to God for prosperity in your present rebellious conduct. Such a sacrifice would be a sin. Turn to God from whom you have revolted; and offer to him a righteous sacrifice, such as the law prescribes, and such as he can receive. Let all hear and consider this saying. No sacrifice - no performance of religious duty, will avail any man, if his heart be not right with God. And let all know, that under the Gospel dispensation no sacrifice of any kind will be received but through the all-atoning sacrifice made by Christ. Because of sin, justice has stopped every man's mouth; so that none can have access to God, but through the Mediator. By him only can the mouth of a sinner be opened to plead with God. Hear this, ye who trust in yourselves, and hope for heaven without either faith or dependence on the vicarious sacrifice of Christ.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 4:5
5, 6. After an interval for reflection indicated by the interlude (Selah) David points the malcontents among the people to the true source of prosperity.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 4:5
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness - Offer righteous sacrifices; that is, sacrifices prompted by right motives, and in accordance with the prescriptions in the law of God.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 4:5
5. Offer the sacrifices of righteousness—Be diligent in all religious duty and worship. A sacrifice of righteousness is such a one as the law prescribes, offered in form and spirit according to the will of God.
Sermons on Psalms 4:5
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Praise - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of dancing during a church service and how it brought liberation to the congregation. He encourages everyone to praise God, |
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Evan Roberts Preaching in 1905 by Evan Roberts | Evan Roberts reflects on the glorious deeds of God, emphasizing that no amount of time could fully express His greatness. He challenges the congregation to consider what they offer |
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Garments of Praise by Ben Crandall | This sermon emphasizes the importance of praising God and being clothed with the 'garments of praise' instead of the 'spirit of heaviness.' It highlights how praise lifts faith, re |
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The Anatomy of Worship by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of maintaining a living relationship with God. He warns against the danger of becoming so focused on doing God's will that we |
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A Study in Hebrews 13 - Part 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of encountering a preacher in a parking lot and encourages the audience to show support and encouragement to those who bold |
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God Is Worthy of Worship by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the privilege and importance of worship, focusing on the scene in Revelation 5 where the Lamb is found worthy to open the book and receive worship from all c |
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The Full Resurrection Power of Christ by Keith Daniel | Keith Daniel emphasizes the significance of gratitude and the full resurrection power of Christ in the lives of believers. He encourages the congregation to maintain their high sta |