Psalms 61

1 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.

“For the leader of the music. To be sung upon stringed instruments. A psalm of David.” Hear my cry, O God! Attend to my prayer!

2 From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

From the extremity of the land I cry unto thee in deep sorrow of heart; Lead me to the rock that is high above me!

3 For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.

For thou art my refuge, My strong tower against the enemy.

4 Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings.

I shall dwell in thy tabernacle for ever; I will seek refuge under the covert of thy wings.

5 For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance reserved for those who fear Your name.

For thou, O God! wilt hear my vows, And give me the inheritance of those who fear thy name.

6 Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.

O prolong the life of the king! May his years extend through many generations!

7 May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness to guard him.

May he reign for ever before God! Grant that mercy and truth may preserve him!

8 Then I will ever sing praise to Your name and fulfill my vows day by day.

So will I sing praise to thy name for ever; I will daily perform my vows.