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Psalms 61:1-2
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For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.
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Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer.
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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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Psalms 61:1-2 Meaning and Commentary
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John Gill's Exposition of the Bible
Psalms 61:1-2 In-Context
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Hear my cry, O 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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For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.
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I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings.
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For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
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Increase the days of the king’s life, his years for many generations.
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Psalms 64:1
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Psalms 4:1
;
Psalms 86:6
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Psalms 6:2
;
Psalms 77:3
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Psalms 18:2
;
Psalms 31:2
;
Psalms 94:22
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[a].
In Hebrew texts 61:1-8 is numbered 61:2-9.
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