For the music director; to be played on a stringed instrument; written by David.
61:1 O God, hear my cry for help!
Pay attention to my prayer!
61:2 From the most remote place on earth 2
I call out to you in my despair. 3
Lead me 4 up to an inaccessible rocky summit! 5
61:3 Indeed, 6 you are 7 my shelter,
a strong tower that protects me from the enemy. 8
61:4 I will be a permanent guest in your home; 9
I will find shelter in the protection of your wings. 10 (Selah)
61:5 For you, O God, hear my vows;
you grant me the reward that belongs to your loyal followers. 11
61:6 Give the king long life!
Make his lifetime span several generations! 12
61:7 May he reign 13 forever before God!
Decree that your loyal love and faithfulness should protect him. 14
61:8 Then I will sing praises to your name continually, 15
as I fulfill 16 my vows day after day.