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. On stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God, be attentive 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 ends of the earth I call unto you, when my heart is faint: 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 you are a refuge to me, a strong tower in face of the foe.

4 I will dwell in Thy Tent for ever; I will take refuge in the covert of Thy wings. (Selah)

O to be guest in your tent forever, hiding beneath your sheltering wings! (Selah)

5 For Thou, O God, hast heard my vows; Thou hast granted the heritage of those that fear Thy name.

For you, O God, do hear my vows, and grant the desires of those who fear you.

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

Add many days to the life of the king; may his years endure throughout all generations.

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

In the presence of God be he throned forever; may kindness and faithfulness watch over him.

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

And I will sing praise to your name forever, paying my vows day after day.