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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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