Psalms 61

1 To the Overseer, on stringed instruments. — By David. Hear, O God, my loud cry, attend to my prayer.

For the music director. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. God, please hear my cry for help; please listen to my prayer.

2 From the end of the land unto Thee I call, In the feebleness of my heart, Into a rock higher than I Thou dost lead me.

From this distant place, far from home, I cry out to you as my courage fails. Take me to a rock high above me where I will be safe,

3 For Thou hast been a refuge for me, A tower of strength because of the enemy.

for you are my protection, a strong tower where my enemies cannot attack me.

4 I sojourn in Thy tent to the ages, I trust in the secret place of Thy wings. (Selah)

Let me live with you forever; protect me under the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

5 For Thou, O God, hast hearkened to my vows, Thou hast appointed the inheritance Of those fearing Thy name.

For you, God, have heard the promises I've made. You have given all those who love your character your special blessing.

6 Days to the days of the king Thou addest, His years as generation and generation.

Please give the king many extra years; may his reign last through generations.

7 He dwelleth to the age before God, Kindness and truth appoint — they keep him.

May he always live in your presence; may your trustworthy love and faithfulness protect him.

8 So do I praise Thy name for ever, When I pay my vows day by day!

Then I will always sing praises to you, and every day I will keep my promises to you.