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Psalms Chapter 61 (GENEVA1599)

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Psalms Chapter 61 (GENEVA1599)
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1 To him that excelleth on Neginoth. A Psalme of David. Heare my cry, O God: giue eare vnto my prayer.

2 From the endes of the earth will I crye vnto thee: when mine heart is opprest, bring me vpon the rocke that is higher then I.

3 For thou hast bene mine hope, and a strong tower against the enemie.

4 I will dwell in thy Tabernacle for euer, and my trust shall be vnder the couering of thy wings. Selah.

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my desires: thou hast giuen an heritage vnto those that feare thy Name.

6 Thou shalt giue the King a long life: his yeeres shalbe as many ages.

7 Hee shall dwell before God for euer: prepare mercie and faithfulnes that they may preserue him.

8 So will I alway sing prayse vnto thy Name in performing dayly my vowes.

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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