| 61:1 | Assurance of God's Eternal ProtectionTo the Chief Musician. On a stringed instrument. A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. |
| 61:2 | From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. |
| 61:3 | For You have been a shelter for me, A strong tower from the enemy. |
| 61:4 | I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust in the shelter of Your wings.Selah |
| 61:5 | For You, O God, have heard my vows; You have given me the heritage of those who fear Your name. |
| 61:6 | You will prolong the king's life, His years as many generations. |
| 61:7 | He shall abide before God forever. Oh, prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him! |
| 61:8 | So I will sing praise to Your name forever, That I may daily perform my vows. |