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Psalms 4:2
How long, O men, will my honor be maligned?
from Answer Me When I Call!, Psalms 4:1-8
What it says

David asks how long men will turn his glory into shame, love vanity, and seek falsehood.

What it is doing

This verse names the social and moral disorder pressing against him.

In context

1For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. 2How long, O men, will my honor be maligned? 3Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; 4Be angry, yet do not sin; 5Offer the sacrifices of the righteous 6Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” 7You have filled my heart with more joy 8I will lie down and sleep in peace,