Psalms 61

1 For the Leader; with string-music. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend unto 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 end of the earth will I call unto Thee, when my heart fainteth; lead me to a rock that is too high for me.

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 been a refuge for me, a tower of strength in the face of the enemy.

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

4 I will dwell in Thy Tent for ever; I will take refuge in the covert 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 vows; Thou hast granted the heritage of those that fear Thy name.

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

6 Mayest Thou add days unto the king's days! May his years be as many generations!

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

7 May he be enthroned before God for ever! Appoint mercy and truth, that they may preserve him.

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

8 So will I sing praise unto Thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

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