Parallel Bible results for "psalms 61"

Psalm 61

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

1 Hear my cry, O God; Attend unto 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 end of the earth will I call unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: 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 thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.

4 I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.

4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. [Selah

5 For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: Thou hast given [me] the heritage of those that fear thy name.

6 Increase the days of the king’s life, his years for many generations.

6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life; His years shall be as many generations.

7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.

7 He shall abide before God for ever: Oh prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

8 Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day.

8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, That I may daily perform my vows.

The American Standard Version is in the public domain.