The Complete Jewish Bible CJB
New King James Version NKJV
1 For the leader. With stringed instruments. By David: Hear my cry, God; listen to my prayer.
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To the Chief Musician. On a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer.
2 From the end of the earth, with fainting heart, I call out to you. Set me down on a rock far above where I am now.
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From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
3 For you have been a refuge for me, a tower of strength in the face of the foe.
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For You have been a shelter for me, A strong tower from the enemy.
4 I will live in your tent forever and find refuge in the shelter of your wings. (Selah)
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I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust 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.
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For You, O God, have heard my vows; You have given me the heritage of those who fear Your name.
6 Prolong the life of the king! May his years go on for many generations.
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You will prolong the king's life, His years as many generations.
7 May he be enthroned in God's presence forever! Appoint grace and truth to preserve him!
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He shall abide before God forever. Oh, prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him!
8 Then I will sing praise to your name forever, as day after day I fulfill my vows.
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So I will sing praise to Your name forever, That I may daily perform my vows.