Psalms 61

1 For the Chief Musician. For a stringed instrument. By David. Hear my cry, God. Listen to my prayer.

For the leader. On stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God, be attentive to my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth, I will call to you when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

From the ends of the earth I call unto you, when my heart is faint: lead me to the rock that is high above me.

3 For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

For you are a refuge to me, a strong tower in face of the foe.

4 I will dwell in your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

O to be guest in your tent forever, hiding beneath your sheltering wings! (Selah)

5 For you, God, have heard my vows. You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

For you, O God, do hear my vows, and grant the desires of those who fear you.

6 You will prolong the king’s life. His years will be for generations.

Add many days to the life of the king; may his years endure throughout all generations.

7 He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

In the presence of God be he throned forever; may kindness and faithfulness watch over him.

8 So I will sing praise to your name forever, that I may fulfill my vows daily.

And I will sing praise to your name forever, paying my vows day after day.