Psalms 61

1 Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.

For the Chief Musician. For a stringed instrument. By David. Hear my cry, God. Listen to my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth will I cry to you, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

From the end of the earth, I will call to you when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 For you have been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.

For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

4 I will abide in your tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of your wings. (Selah)

I will dwell in your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

5 For you, O God, have heard my vows: you have given me the heritage of those that fear your name.

For you, God, have heard my vows. You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

6 You will prolong the king’s life: and his years as many generations.

You will prolong the king’s life. His years will be for generations.

7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.

He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

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

So I will sing praise to your name forever, that I may fulfil my vows daily.