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Psalm 61

1 <To the chief music-maker. On a corded instrument. Of David.> Let my cry come to you, O God; let your ears be open to my prayer.

1 Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer!

2 From the end of the earth will I send up my cry to you, when my heart is overcome: take me to the rock which is over-high for me.

2 In despair and far from home I call to you! Take me to a safe refuge,

3 For you have been my secret place, and my high tower from those who made war on me.

3 for you are my protector, my strong defense against my enemies.

4 I will make your tent my resting-place for ever: I will keep myself under the cover of your wings. (Selah.)

4 Let me live in your sanctuary all my life; let me find safety under your wings.

5 For you, O God, have made answer to my prayers; you have given me the heritage of those who give honour to your name.

5 You have heard my promises, O God, and you have given me what belongs to those who honor you.

6 You will give the king long life; and make his years go on through the generations.

6 Add many years to the king's life; let him live on and on!

7 May the seat of his authority be before God for ever; may mercy and righteousness keep him safe.

7 May he rule forever in your presence, O God; protect him with your constant love and faithfulness.

8 So will I make songs in praise of your name for ever, giving to God that which is right day by day.

8 So I will always sing praises to you, as I offer you daily what I have promised.

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