| 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! | 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! |
| 2From the most remote place on earth I call out to you in my despair. Lead me up to an inaccessible rocky summit! | 2From the most remote place on earth I call out to you in my despair. Lead me up to an inaccessible rocky summit! |
| 3Indeed, you are my shelter, a strong tower that protects me from the enemy. | 3Indeed, you are my shelter, a strong tower that protects me from the enemy. |
| 4I will be a permanent guest in your home; I will find shelter in the protection of your wings. (Selah) | 4I will be a permanent guest in your home; I will find shelter in the protection of your wings. (Selah) |
| 5For you, O God, hear my vows; you grant me the reward that belongs to your loyal followers. | 5For you, O God, hear my vows; you grant me the reward that belongs to your loyal followers. |
| 6Give the king long life! Make his lifetime span several generations! | 6Give the king long life! Make his lifetime span several generations! |
| 7May he reign forever before God! Decree that your loyal love and faithfulness should protect him. | 7May he reign forever before God! Decree that your loyal love and faithfulness should protect him. |
| 8Then I will sing praises to your name continually, as I fulfill my vows day after day. | 8Then I will sing praises to your name continually, as I fulfill my vows day after day. |
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