61:1 Hear my cry, O God; Attend unto my prayer.
61:1 {For the choir director; on a stringed instrument. [A Psalm] of David.} Hear my cry, O God; Give heed to my prayer.

61:2 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.
61:2 From the end of the earth I call to Thee, when my heart is faint; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

61:3 For thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.
61:3 For Thou hast been a refuge for me, A tower of strength against the enemy.

61:4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. (Selah)
61:4 Let me dwell in Thy tent forever; Let me take refuge in the shelter of Thy wings. Selah.

61:5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: Thou hast given (me) the heritage of those that fear thy name.
61:5 For Thou hast heard my vows, O God; Thou hast given [me] the inheritance of those who fear Thy name.

61:6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life; His years shall be as many generations.
61:6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life; His years will be as many generations.

61:7 He shall abide before God for ever: Oh prepare lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.
61:7 He will abide before God forever; Appoint lovingkindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

61:8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, That I may daily perform my vows.
61:8 So I will sing praise to Thy name forever, That I may pay my vows day by day.