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Psalms Chapter 61 (DRC)

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Psalms Chapter 61 (DRC)
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1 Unto the end, for Idithun, a psalm of David.

2 Shall not my soul be subject to God? for from him is my salvation.

3 For he is my God and my saviour: he is my protector, I shall be moved no more.

4 How long do you rush in upon a man? you all kill, as if you were thrusting down a leaning wall, and a tottering fence.

5 But they have thought to cast away my price; I ran in thirst: they blessed with their mouth, but cursed with their heart.

6 But be thou, O my soul, subject to God: for from him is my patience.

7 For he is my God and my saviour: he is my helper, I shall not be moved.

8 In God is my salvation and my glory: he is the God of my help, and my hope is in God.

9 Trust in him, all ye congregation of people: pour out your hearts before him. God is our helper for ever.

10 But vain are the sons of men, the sons of men are liars in the balances: that by vanity they may together deceive.

11 Trust not in iniquity, and covet not robberies: if riches abound, set not your heart upon them.

12 God hath spoken once, these two things have I heard, that power belongeth to God,

13 And mercy to thee, O Lord; for thou wilt render to every man according to his works.

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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