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Psalms Chapter 61 (ACV)

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Psalms Chapter 61 (ACV)
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1 Hear my cry, O God. Attend to my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth I will call to thee when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 For thou have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle forever. I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

5 For thou, O God, have heard my vows. Thou have given me the heritage of those who fear thy name.

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

7 He shall abide before God forever. O prepare loving kindness and truth that they may preserve him.

8 So I will sing praise to thy name forever, that I may daily perform my vows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psalm 61 about?
Psalm 61 is a short prayer from 'the end of the earth' asking to be led 'to the rock that is higher than I' (v.2), expressing trust that God has been 'a shelter' and 'strong tower' (v.3), and closing with a vow to praise God daily (v.8).
What does verse 2 mean by 'the rock that is higher than I'?
It pictures God as a place of safety beyond the psalmist's own strength to reach alone, echoing the rock imagery of Psalms 18:2. See Psalms 61:2.
What does the psalm ask for the king?
Verses 6-7 ask God to 'prolong the king's life' with years 'as many generations,' letting him 'abide before God for ever.'

Today's Verse

Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.

Psalms 104:25 | ASV

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