NET Bible | Christian Standard Bible |
1For the music director; to be played on a stringed instrument; written by David. O God, hear my cry for help! Pay attention to my prayer! | 1God, hear my cry; pay attention to my prayer. |
2From the most remote place on earth I call out to you in my despair. Lead me up to an inaccessible rocky summit! | 2I call to you from the ends of the earth when my heart is without strength. Lead me to a rock that is high above me, |
3Indeed, you are my shelter, a strong tower that protects me from the enemy. | 3for you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower in the face of the enemy. |
4I will be a permanent guest in your home; I will find shelter in the protection of your wings. (Selah) | 4I will dwell in your tent forever and take refuge under the shelter of your wings. Selah |
5For you, O God, hear my vows; you grant me the reward that belongs to your loyal followers. | 5God, you have heard my vows; you have given a heritage to those who fear your name. |
6Give the king long life! Make his lifetime span several generations! | 6Add days to the king's life; may his years span many generations. |
7May he reign forever before God! Decree that your loyal love and faithfulness should protect him. | 7May he sit enthroned before God forever. Appoint faithful love and truth to guard him. |
8Then I will sing praises to your name continually, as I fulfill my vows day after day. | 8Then I will continually sing of your name, fulfilling my vows day by day. |
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