Psalms 61

For the Chief Musician. For a stringed instrument. By David.

¹Hear my cry, God.
Listen to my prayer.
²From 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.
³For you have been a refuge for me,
a strong tower from the enemy.
⁴I will dwell in your tent forever.
I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. Selah.
⁵For you, God, have heard my vows.
You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
⁶You will prolong the king’s life;
his years shall be for generations.
⁷He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever.
Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.
⁸So I will sing praise to your name forever,
that I may fulfill my vows daily. For the Chief Musician. To Jeduthan. A Psalm by David.