Psalm 61

Psalm 61

New International Version (NIV)

Psalm 61

Psalm 61^[a]

    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 forever
   and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.^[b]
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 forever;
   appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
 ⁸ Then I will ever sing in praise of your name
   and fulfill my vows day after day.

Footnotes:

1. Psalm 61:1 In Hebrew texts 61:1-8 is numbered 61:2-9.
2. Psalm 61:4 The Hebrew has Selah (a word of uncertain meaning) here.