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Psalms 61	Psalms 61
Psalms 61:1 For the Chief Musician; on a stringed instrument. [A Psalm] of David. Hear my cry, O God; Attend unto my prayer.	Psalms 61:1 To the chief music-maker. On a corded instrument. Of David.Let my cry come to you, O God; let your ears be open to my prayer.
Psalms 61:2 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.	Psalms 61:2 From the end of the earth will I send up my cry to you, when my heart is overcome: take me to the rock which is over-high for me.
Psalms 61:3 For thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.	Psalms 61:3 For you have been my secret place, and my high tower from those who made war on me.
Psalms 61:4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. Selah	Psalms 61:4 I will make your tent my resting-place for ever: I will keep myself under the cover of your wings. (Selah.)
Psalms 61:5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: Thou hast given [me] the heritage of those that fear thy name.	Psalms 61:5 For you, O God, have made answer to my prayers; you have given me the heritage of those who give honour to your name.
Psalms 61:6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life; His years shall be as many generations.	Psalms 61:6 You will give the king long life; and make his years go on through the generations.
Psalms 61:7 He shall abide before God for ever: Oh prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.	Psalms 61:7 May the seat of his authority be before God for ever; may mercy and righteousness keep him safe.
Psalms 61:8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, That I may daily perform my vows.	Psalms 61:8 So will I make songs in praise of your name for ever, giving to God that which is right day by day.