Psalms 61

1 To him that excelleth on Neginoth. A Psalme of David. Heare my cry, O God: giue eare vnto my prayer.

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

2 From the endes of the earth will I crye vnto thee: when mine heart is opprest, bring me vpon the rocke that is higher then I.

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,

3 For thou hast bene mine hope, and a strong tower against the enemie.

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

4 I will dwell in thy Tabernacle for euer, and my trust shall be vnder the couering of thy wings. (Selah)

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

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my desires: thou hast giuen an heritage vnto those that feare thy Name.

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

6 Thou shalt giue the King a long life: his yeeres shalbe as many ages.

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

7 Hee shall dwell before God for euer: prepare mercie and faithfulnes that they may preserue him.

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

8 So will I alway sing prayse vnto thy Name in performing dayly my vowes.

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