61:1 |
To the chief Musician upon Neginah, A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. |
61:2 |
From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. |
61:3 |
For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. |
61:4 |
I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah. |
61:5 |
For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. |
61:6 |
Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations. |
61:7 |
He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him. |
61:8 |
So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows. |