For the Chief Musician; on a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David.
61:1Hear my cry, O God;
Attend unto my prayer.
61:2From 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.
61:3For thou hast been a refuge for me,
A strong tower from the enemy.
61:4I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever:
I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings.
61:5For thou, O God, hast heard my vows:
Thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.
61:6Thou wilt prolong the king's life;
His years shall be as many generations.
61:7He shall abide before God for ever:
Oh prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.
61:8So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever,
That I may daily perform my vows.
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