61:2 \61:1\To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer;
61:3 \61:2\from the end of the earth I call to thee, when my heart is faint. Lead thou me to the rock that is higher than I;
61:4 \61:3\for thou art my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy.
61:5 \61:4\Let me dwell in thy tent for ever! Oh to be safe under the shelter of thy wings! [Selah]
61:6 \61:5\For thou, O God, hast heard my vows, thou hast given me the heritage of those who fear thy name.
61:7 \61:6\Prolong the life of the king; may his years endure to all generations!
61:8 \61:7\May he be enthroned for ever before God; bid steadfast love and faithfulness watch over him!
61:9 \61:8\So will I ever sing praises to thy name, as I pay my vows day after day.
