Psalms 4:7
You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.
In Context
6Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
8So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
Cross References
Psalms 31:17Put me not, O Lord, to shame, for I have called upon you. Let the wicked be put to shame silent in Sheol.
Psalms 43:4Then will I go to God’s altar, to God my rejoicing; and with joy on the lyre I will praise you, O God, my God.
Psalms 67:2that the world may know your way, and all nations your power to save.
Psalms 92:4For you make me glad by your deeds, Lord, at the work of your hands I will ring out my joy.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 4:7-8
The Good Man's Desire. 6 There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Lord , lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us. 7 Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased. 8 I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord , only makest me dwell in safety. We have here, I. The foolish wish of worldly people: There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Who will make us to see good? What good they meant is intimated, v. 7 . It was the… Read the whole commentary →