Psalms 61

1 For the music director. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. God, please hear my cry for help; please listen to my prayer.

For the Chief Musician; on a stringed instrument. [A Psalm] of David. Hear my cry, O God; Attend unto my prayer.

2 From this distant place, far from home, I cry out to you as my courage fails. Take me to a rock high above me where I will be safe,

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

3 for you are my protection, a strong tower where my enemies cannot attack me.

For thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.

4 Let me live with you forever; protect me under the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. (Selah)

5 For you, God, have heard the promises I've made. You have given all those who love your character your special blessing.

For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: Thou hast given [me] the heritage of those that fear thy name.

6 Please give the king many extra years; may his reign last through generations.

Thou wilt prolong the king’s life; His years shall be as many generations.

7 May he always live in your presence; may your trustworthy love and faithfulness protect him.

He shall abide before God for ever: Oh prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

8 Then I will always sing praises to you, and every day I will keep my promises to you.

So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, That I may daily perform my vows.