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Psalms Chapter 61 (ASV)

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Psalm 61: Lead Me to the Rock That Is Higher Than I
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1 Hear my cry, O God; Attend unto my prayer.

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.

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

4 I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever: I will take refuge in the covert of thy wings. Selah

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: Thou hast given `me' the heritage of those that fear thy name.

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

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

8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, That I may daily perform my vows. Psalm 62 For the Chief Musician; after the manner of Jeduthan. A Psalm of David.

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

And the earth was waste and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep: and the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.

Genesis 1:2 | ASV

Verse Of The Day

The psalmist vows to abide in God's tabernacle and trust 'in the covert of thy wings,' echoing the rock and tower language of Psalms 18:2. The chapter also prays for the king's long life before the still confidence of Psalms 62.