To the director; to be accompanied with stringed instruments. Of David.
61 Hear, O Al {pre. Ahl}, my cry for help.
Do pay attention to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I will cry out to you
Lead me onto a rock that is higher than I am.
3 For you are my refuge,
A strong tower that protects me from the enemy.
4 I will be a guest in your tent forever;
I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah)
5 For you, O Al {pre. Ahl}, have heard my vows.
You have given me the inheritance belonging to those who fear your name.
6 You will add days to the life of the king,
And his years will be from generation to generation.
7 He will sit enthroned forever before Al {pre. Ahl};
Grant him loyal love and faithfulness, so that these may safeguard him.
8 Then I will sing praises to your name forever
As I pay my vows day after day.