Revised Standard Version RSV
Good News Translation GNT
1 To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer;
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Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer!
2 from the end of the earth I call to thee, when my heart is faint. Lead thou me to the rock that is higher than I;
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In despair and far from home I call to you! Take me to a safe refuge,
3 for thou art my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy.
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for you are my protector, my strong defense against my enemies.
4 Let me dwell in thy tent for ever! Oh to be safe under the shelter of thy wings! [Selah]
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Let me live in your sanctuary all my life; let me find safety under your wings.
5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows, thou hast given me the heritage of those who fear thy name.
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You have heard my promises, O God, and you have given me what belongs to those who honor you.
6 Prolong the life of the king; may his years endure to all generations!
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Add many years to the king's life; let him live on and on!
7 May he be enthroned for ever before God; bid steadfast love and faithfulness watch over him!
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May he rule forever in your presence, O God; protect him with your constant love and faithfulness.
8 So will I ever sing praises to thy name, as I pay my vows day after day.
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So I will always sing praises to you, as I offer you daily what I have promised.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.