THE BOOK OF
PSALMS
PSALM 61

David finds shelter in the Lord; abides in his presence; and keeps his own vows.

TO THE CHIEF MUSICIAN UPON NEGINAH, A PSALM OF DAVID.

  1 Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

  2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

  3 For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.

  4 I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

  5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.

  6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations.

  7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.

  8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.