Psalms 61

1 For the end, amongst the Hymns of David. O God, listen to my petition; attend to my prayer.

For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.

2 From the ends of the earth have I cried to you, when my heart was in trouble: you lifted me up on a rock you did guide me:

From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 because you were my hope, a tower of strength from the face of the enemy.

For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.

4 I will dwell in your tabernacle for ever; I will shelter myself under the shadow of your wings. (Pause)

Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings.

5 For you, o God, have heard my prayers; you have given an inheritance to them that fear your name.

For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance reserved for those who fear Your name.

6 You shall add days to the days of the king; [you shall lengthen] his years to all generations.

Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.

7 He shall endure for ever before God: which of them will seek out his mercy and truth?

May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness to guard him.

8 So will I sing to your name for ever and ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

Then I will ever sing praise to Your name and fulfill my vows day by day.