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1 Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer.
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<<For the Chief Musician. For a stringed instrument. By David.>> Hear my cry, 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.
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From the end of the earth, I will call to you, 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.
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For you have 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.
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I will dwell in your tent forever. I will 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.
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For you, God, have heard my vows. 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.
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You will prolong the king's life; His years shall be for generations.
7 May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.
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He shall be enthroned in God's presence forever. Appoint your 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.
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So I will sing praise to your name forever, That I may fulfill my vows daily.