Psalm 61*Prayer of the King in Time of Danger1For the leader; with stringed instruments. Of David. I 2Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer! 3From the ends of the earth* I call; my heart grows faint. Raise me up, set me on a rock, 4for you are my refuge, a tower of strength against the foe.a 5Let me dwell in your tent forever, take refuge in the shelter of your wings.b Selah II 6For you, O God, have heard my vows, you have granted me the heritage of those who revere your name. 7Add days to the life of the king; may his years be as from generation to generation;c 8dMay he reign before God forever; send your love and fidelity* to preserve him—e 9I will duly sing to your name forever, fulfill my vows day after day. Book IntroductionFootnotesScripture texts, prefaces, introductions, footnotes and cross references used in this work are taken from the New American Bible, revised edition © 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., Washington, DC All Rights Reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner. Home |
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