61:1 *[For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.] Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. / *In Hebrew texts 61:1-8 is numbered 61:2-9.
61:2 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.
61:3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.
61:4 I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.* / *The Hebrew has Selah (a word of uncertain meaning) here.
61:5 For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
61:6 Increase the days of the king’s life, his years for many generations.
61:7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
61:8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day.