Psalms 61:1-3

For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David.

1 ^[a]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.

3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.

Psalms 61:1-3 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 61:1-3 In-Context

1 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.

3 For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe.

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

5 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.

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

Cross References

• 1. Psalms 64:1
• 2. Psalms 4:1; Psalms 86:6
• 3. S Psalms 6:2; Psalms 77:3
• 4. Psalms 18:2; Psalms 31:2; Psalms 94:22
• 5. Psalms 9:9; S Psalms 46:1; Psalms 62:7
• 6. Psalms 59:9; Proverbs 18:10

Footnotes

• [a]. In Hebrew texts 61:1-8 is numbered 61:2-9.