Psalm 61

New International Version

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. 

3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. 

4 I long to dwell in your tent for ever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. 

5 For you, God, have heard my vows; 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. 

7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence for ever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. 

8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfil my vows day after day. 

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Psalm 61

English Standard Version

Lead Me to the Rock

1 To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer; (Ps 4:1; Ps 55:1) 

2 from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I, (Ps 18:2; Ps 77:3) 

3 for you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. (Ps 14:6; Pr 18:10) 

4 Let me dwell in your tent forever! Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings! (Ps 15:1; Ps 17:8; Ps 27:4) 

5 For you, O God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. 

6 Prolong the life of the king; may his years endure to all generations! (Ps 21:4; Ps 63:11) 

7 May he be enthroned forever before God; appoint steadfast love and faithfulness to watch over him! (Ps 40:11) 

8 So will I ever sing praises to your name, as I perform my vows day after day. (Ps 50:14) 

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