| King James Bible | New International Version |
| 1To the chief Musician upon Neginah, A Psalm of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. | 1For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. |
| 2From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. | 2From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. |
| 3For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. | 3For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. |
| 4I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah. | 4I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. |
| 5For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. | 5For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. |
| 6Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations. | 6Increase the days of the king's life, his years for many generations. |
| 7He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him. | 7May he be enthroned in God's presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. |
| 8So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows. | 8Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day. |
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