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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

May he reign for ever before God! Grant that mercy and truth 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 to thy name for ever; I will daily perform my vows.