| Today's New International Version (TNIV) | New International Version (NIV) |
| 1 Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. | 1 Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. |
| 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. | 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. |
| 3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. | 3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. |
| 4 I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. | 4 I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. "Selah" |
| 5 For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. | 5 For you have heard my vows, O God; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. |
| 6 Increase the days of the king's life, his years for many generations. | 6 Increase the days of the king's life, his years for many generations. |
| 7 May he be enthroned in God's presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. | 7 May he be enthroned in God's presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. |
| 8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day. | 8 Then will I ever sing praise to your name and fulfill my vows day after day. |
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