Psalms 61

1 To the Chief Musician. Upon a Stringed Instrument. David’s. Hear, O God, my loud cry, Attend unto 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, unto thee do I cry, When my heart fainteth away, Unto a rock that is higher than I, wilt thou lead me.

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.

3 For thou hast been, A Refuge to me, A Tower of Strength, from the face of the foe.

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

4 I would be a guest in thy tent to the ages, I would seek refuge in the concealment of thy wings. (Selah)

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

5 For, thou, O God, hast hearkened to my vows, Thou hast granted a possession, unto them who revere thy Name.

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

6 Days—unto the days of the king, wilt thou add. His years, as of generation after generation:

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

7 Let him retain his seat age-abidingly before God, Appoint that, lovingkindness and faithfulness, my watch over 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 thy Name unto futurity, Paying my vows, day by day.

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