Psalms 61

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

Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6 You will prolong the king's life; his years shall be for generations.

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

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

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

8 So I will sing praise to your name forever, that I may fulfill my vows day after day.

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