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Psalms Chapter 61 (JPS)

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Psalms Chapter 61 (JPS)
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1 For the Leader; with string-music. A Psalm of David.

2 Hear my cry, O G-d; attend unto my prayer.

3 From the end of the earth will I call unto Thee, when my heart fainteth; lead me to a rock that is too high for me.

4 For Thou hast been a refuge for me, a tower of strength in the face of the enemy.

5 I will dwell in Thy Tent for ever; I will take refuge in the covert of Thy wings. Selah

6 For Thou, O G-d, hast heard my vows; Thou hast granted the heritage of those that fear Thy name.

7 Mayest Thou add days unto the king's days! May his years be as many generations!

8 May he be enthroned before G-d for ever! Appoint mercy and truth, that they may preserve him.

9 So will I sing praise unto Thy name for ever, 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

but there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, and he hath made known to the king Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter days. Thy dream, and the visions of thy head upon thy bed, are these:

Daniel 2:28 | ASV

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