Psalm 61a
For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.
1 Hear my cry, O God;
listen to my prayer.
For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.
1 Hear my cry, O God;
listen to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I call to you,
I call as my heart grows faint;
lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
I call as my heart grows faint;
lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
3 For you have been my refuge,
a strong tower against the foe.
a strong tower against the foe.
4 I long to dwell in your tent forever
and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.b
and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.b
5 For you, God, have heard my vows;
you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
6 Increase the days of the king’s life,
his years for many generations.
his years for many generations.
7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever;
appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name
and fulfill my vows day after day.
and fulfill my vows day after day.