Psalms 61

1 For the Chief Musician; on a stringed instrument. [A Psalm] of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

For the Leader; with string-music. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

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

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.

3 For thou hast been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

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

4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. (Selah)

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

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given [me] the heritage of those that fear thy name.

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

6 Thou wilt prolong the king’s life: his years shall be as many generations.

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

7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

May he be enthroned before God for ever! Appoint mercy and truth, that they 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 unto Thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.