Psalms 61

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

Sh'ma ·Hear obey· my cry, God. Listen to 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, 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 for me, A strong tower from the enemy.

For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from 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 your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah) ·contemplation with musical interlude·.

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

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

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

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

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

He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever. Appoint your cheshed ·loving-kindness· 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 I will sing zahmar ·musical praise· to your name forever, that I may fulfill my vows daily.